NCLEX-PN® ExaminationCoordinated CareMedium
An LPN is assisting a registered nurse (RN) to care for a client who is diagnosed with a highly contagious airborne disease. The client requires frequent monitoring and medication administration. Which action by the LPN BEST demonstrates effective collaboration with the interdisciplinary team?
- ADelegating all client care tasks to the nursing assistant (NA) to minimize personal exposure.
- BDiscussing the client's prognosis with their family without consulting the RN or physician.
- CDocumenting all care provided and observations accurately and promptly in the client's EHR.
- DIndependently adjusting the client's medication schedule based on their stated preferences.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Documenting all care provided and observations accurately and promptly in the client's EHR.
Effective collaboration relies heavily on clear, accurate, and timely communication. Documenting care and observations promptly in the electronic health record (EHR) ensures that all members of the interdisciplinary team have access to current and vital client information, facilitating coordinated and safe care.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Delegating all care tasks, especially for a complex client, is inappropriate and potentially unsafe, as the LPN retains responsibility and needs to provide direct care within their scope.
- B. Discussing prognosis is typically the responsibility of the physician or RN; the LPN should not share this information independently.
- D. LPNs cannot independently adjust medication schedules; this requires an RN or physician order and is outside the LPN scope of practice.
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
A partnership between a group of healthcare professionals from various disciplines who work together to achieve common goals for client care.
- Enhances client outcomes through shared knowledge and skills.
- Requires effective communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
- Involves regular meetings, handovers, and shared documentation platforms.
Memory trick: Teamwork thrives on shared truths, written for all eyes.