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licensed practical nurse

 
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(lī'sənst)
n. (Abbr. LPN)
A nurse who has completed a practical nursing program and is licensed by a state to provide routine patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or a physician.


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(lī'sənst)
n.

(Abbr. LPN, L.P.N.) A nurse who has completed a practical nursing program and is licensed by a state to provide routine patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or a physician.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a nurse who has enough training to be licensed by a state to provide routine care for the sick
  Synonyms: LPN, practical nurse

 
 

 

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