Which Actions Could the Nurse Delegate to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which actions could the nurse delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who are providing care for a patient who is at risk for venous thromboembolism?

• A)Monitor for any bleeding after anticoagulation therapy is started.
• B)Apply sequential compression device whenever the patient is in bed.
• C)Ask the patient about use of herbal medicines or dietary supplements.
• D)Instruct the patient to call immediately if any shortness of breath occurs.

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Definitions:

Ectoderm

The outermost of the three primary germ layers in the embryo, giving rise to the nervous system, skin, and various other tissues and organs.

Mesoderm

The mesoderm is the middle layer of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the musculoskeletal, circulatory, and other systems.

Thyroid

A gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism, growth, and development of the human body.

Urinary Bladder

The urinary bladder is a hollow muscular organ that collects and stores urine from the kidneys before disposal by urination.