Individuals, also known as licensed practical nurses (LPNs), who care for sick, injured and convalescent patients and individuals with disabilities under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. They provide basic bedside care taking vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. They also prepare and give injections and enemas, monitor catheters, apply dressings, treat bedsores and give alcohol rubs and massages. LVNs monitor their patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments. They collect samples for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, feed patients and record food and fluid intake and output. To help keep patients comfortable, LVNs assist with bathing, dressing and personal hygiene.
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