LVN Leadership & Team Collaboration 5

Question 1

Which of the following is the most effective strategy for an LVN to prevent medication errors related to communication?

Accepted Answer

Use read-back verification for all verbal and telephone orders

Answer

Read-back verification confirms accuracy of verbal/telephone orders and is a Joint Commission-required safety practice.

Question 2

An LVN working on a night shift is the only licensed nurse available. A patient deteriorates suddenly. The LVN's priority is to:

Accepted Answer

Notify the on-call physician and charge nurse immediately while monitoring the patient

Answer

The LVN must immediately notify the physician and charge nurse while continuing to monitor the deteriorating patient.

Question 3

In TeamSTEPPS, what does the 'CUS' assertive statement tool stand for?

Accepted Answer

Concern, Uncertainty, Safety

Answer

CUS stands for 'I am Concerned, I am Uncomfortable, This is a Safety issue' — an escalating assertiveness tool for patient safety.

Question 4

Which action by an LVN best demonstrates effective followership?

Accepted Answer

Proactively communicating patient concerns and supporting team goals

Answer

Effective followership involves proactive communication, critical thinking, and active support of team goals within one's scope.

Question 5

When an LVN takes on a charge nurse role temporarily, the most important first action is to:

Accepted Answer

Introduce themselves to the team and assess current patient census and acuity

Answer

Situational awareness — knowing the team, patients, and current conditions — is the critical first step in assuming a charge role.

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