RPN vs PLN

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Hi everyone,

I live in Canada and will like to know what is the difference between an RPN (registered practical nurse) and an LPN?

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Specializes in 5 yrs OR, ASU Pre-Op 2 yr. ER.

They're the same thing, just different title.

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Specializes in Acute Care, Rehab, Palliative.

I am not sure if they are the same. I just graduated from a 5 semester RPN program and I think that the LPN programs are not as long. I am not sure how the scope of practice differs. Anyone?

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