Which Principles of Delegation Should the LPN/LVN Charge Nurse Follow

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which principles of delegation should the LPN/LVN charge nurse follow when delegating a duty to a nursing assistant? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Choose a nursing assistant who is competent to perform the delegated duty.
• B) Determine the nursing assistant's willingness to accept the delegated duty.
• C) Transfer responsibility for the duty to the nursing assistant accepting the delegation.
• D) Permit the nursing assistant to perform the duty without guidance or monitoring.
• E) Plan to delegate duties the LPN/LVN charge nurse enjoys least.

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