Instructions
The scope and standards of practice guide the nursing profession in competence and performance expectations. The scope of practice for nursing defines the activities that a person licensed as a nurse is permitted to perform while the standards of practice delineate performance expectations for all registered nurses. Review Chapter 3, “The Nursing Workforce,” of The Future of Nursing 2020–2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity, located in the Topic 2 Resources. Compare the scope of practice and differentiated practice competencies of licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs).
Review “Standards of Professional Performance” from Chapter 2 of Nursing Leadership and Management: Building the Foundation for Change, located in the Topic 2 Resources. Standard 13 of the standards of practice describes the nurse’s role related to education. Explain the role of professional development (lifelong learning) in the context of this standard.
Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and cite at least two references using APA style. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100–150 words and cite one reference.
Answer
The scope of practice and competencies differ among licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses, depending on their education and roles in patient care. LPNs assist RNs and APRNs by providing basic bedside care (Wakefield et al., 2021). This entails taking vital signs, monitoring patient comfort, and reporting any changes in the patient’s condition. They also care for older adults, people with disabilities, and those in long-term care (Wakefield et al., 2021). On the other hand, RNs have more responsibilities, including assessing patient conditions, developing care plans … To access full answer, use the purchase button below.