During a routine shift evaluation, a clinical supervisor observes a practical nurse (PN) managing unit duties. Which action by the PN indicates correct adherence to professional scope of practice and delegation guidelines?
- Directing an assistive personnel (AP) to record the oral fluid intake for a stable client.Cevap
- BProviding the primary explanation of surgical risks to a client prior to obtaining a consent signature.
- CAssuming primary care for an unstable client who requires the administration of emergency intravenous push medications.
- DDiscussing the medical history of an assigned client with a colleague while riding in a crowded public elevator.
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The correct action is directing an assistive personnel (AP) to record the oral fluid intake for a stable client.
Delegating the routine task of recording oral fluid intake for a stable client perfectly aligns with safe delegation principles. Assistive personnel (AP) are trained to perform standard, non-invasive tasks that do not require nursing judgment, allowing the practical nurse to focus on appropriate clinical duties.
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Delegation Guidelines and Scope of Practice for the Practical Nurse