licensed practical nurse
US /ˌlaɪ.sənst ˌpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈnɜːrs/
UK /ˌlaɪ.sənst ˌpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈnɜːrs/
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enfermeira prática licenciada, enfermeiro prático licenciado
a nurse who has completed a course of study and passed an examination, and who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor
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The licensed practical nurse checked the patient's vital signs.
A enfermeira prática licenciada verificou os sinais vitais do paciente.
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She decided to become a licensed practical nurse after working as a nursing assistant.
Ela decidiu se tornar uma enfermeira prática licenciada depois de trabalhar como auxiliar de enfermagem.