Which of the following actions may be delegated by the nurse to a licensed practical nurse (LPN)?
  1. Administering oral medications
  2. Developing the nursing care plan
  3. Teaching the patient and family to administer insulin
  4. Evaluating the ability of the patient to perform 3 point crutch walking
Explanation
Answer - A - The action that may be delegated by the nurse to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) is administering oral medications. Assessment, evaluation, and nursing judgment are responsibilities of a nurse and may not be delegated to an LPN.
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