The RN and Nursing Assistant (NA) Are Caring for a Patient

question 29

Multiple Choice

The RN and nursing assistant (NA) are caring for a patient with a paralytic ileus. Which of these nursing activities is appropriate for the nurse to delegate to the NA?

• A) Irrigation of the NG tube with saline
• B) Retaping the NG tube
• C) Applying petroleum jelly to the lips
• D) Auscultation for bowel sounds

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