The Nurse Is Working with a Nursing Assistant to Care

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a nursing assistant to care for a patient with a new tracheostomy.Which tasks may the nurse delegate to the assistant? (Select all that apply. )

• A) Obtaining masks,gloves,and suction supplies from the utility room
• B) Helping to reassure the patient before,during,and after suctioning
• C) Changing the Velcro or twill ties used to secure the tracheostomy
• D) Transporting sputum specimens to the lab for culture and sensitivity testing
• E) Assessing need for suctioning of the oropharynx or tracheostomy

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Definitions:

Euphotic Zone

The upper layer of a body of water, such as an ocean or lake, that is illuminated by sunlight and supports photosynthesis.

Zooplankton

Small floating or weakly swimming organisms that are a component of the aquatic food web.

Freshwater Supply

Refers to the availability of water from sources such as rivers, lakes, and aquifers that is not salty and is vital for human consumption, agriculture, and supporting biodiversity.

River Zone

The area or region surrounding a river, including its banks and adjacent land, which can play critical roles in ecosystem function and biodiversity.