By what authority may RNs delegate nursing care to others? Correct Answer State Nurse Practice Act
A UAP may perform care that falls within which
... [Show More] component of the nursing process? Correct Answer Implementation
Which type of communication is necessary to implement a democratic leadership style? Correct Answer Assertive communication skills
What are the five rights of delegation? Correct Answer A. Right task
B. Right circumstance
C. Right person
D. Right direction or communication
E. Right supervision
Which of the following tasks can be delegated to a UAP?
A) Inserting a Foley catheter
B) Measuring and recording the client's output through a Foley
C) Teaching a client how to care for a catheter after discharge
D) Assessing the symptoms of a urinary tract infection Correct Answer A) Is a sterile invasive procedure and should not be delegated to a UAP
*B) Falls within the implementation phase of the nursing process and does not require nursing judgment. Evaluation of the I&O must be done by the nurse
C) Client teaching requires the abilities of a nurse and should not be delegated. The USP may be instructed to report anything unusual that is observed and any symptoms reported by the client, but this does not replace assessment by the nurse
D) Assessment must be performed by the nurse and should not be delegated. The UAP may be instructed to report anything unusual that is observed or any symptoms reported by the client, but this does not replace assessment by the nurse.
What are the essential steps of effective supervision? Correct Answer Direction, evaluation, and follow-up
Which of the following is an example of assertive communication?
A) "You need to improve the way you spend your time so that all of your care gets performed."
B) "I've noticed that many of your clients did not get their care today." Correct Answer A) This is an aggressive communication, which causes anger, hostility, and defensive attitude.
B) Assertive communication begins with "I" rather than "You" and clearly states the problem. [Show Less]