When Delegating a Task,such as a Preoperative Skin Prep,to an Unlicensed

question 7

Multiple Choice

When delegating a task,such as a preoperative skin prep,to an unlicensed individual,the perioperative nurse:

• A) still retains responsibility and authority for the outcome of the task.
• B) must comply with the seven "rights" of delegation.
• C) transfers the authority to perform the task to a competent person.
• D) transfers the supervision of the competent person to another competent person.

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Purchase Price

The amount paid to acquire a product or service, or the cost at which something is bought.

Salvage Value

The forecasted worth of an asset upon reaching the end of its utility.

Discount Rate

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Depreciable Equipment

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