A Nurse Has Delegated Some Tasks to the Unlicensed Nursing

question 25

Multiple Choice

A nurse has delegated some tasks to the unlicensed nursing assistant.At the end of the shift, the nurse discovers that most of the tasks have not been done.Which action by the nurse would be best?

• A) Devise a plan ensuring delegated tasks are completed and evaluated.
• B) Remind the assistant that he or she carries the responsibility for these tasks.
• C) Report the situation to the manager and request an assignment change.
• D) Stop delegating and perform all the nursing actions him- or herself.

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