Giving an Enema Is Delegated to You

question 2

Multiple Choice

Giving an enema is delegated to you. Because of the end-of-shift report, the nurse will not be available to supervise you. What should you do?

• A) Ask a co-worker to help you.
• B) Give the enema if it is in your job description.
• C) Give the enema because it was part of your education and training.
• D) Give the enema when the nurse is available to supervise you.

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