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azncindy619 · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

A number of principles that guide delegation are listed below. Which are correct for organization-al-related delegation?

a. documenting staff competence
b. monitoring policies and procedures
c. monitoring only the skill and competency of NAPs after a delegated task
d. allocating resources to ensure safe staffing
e. developing organizational policies on delegation
f. working with the State Board of Nursing as required

Question 2

A nurse manager is preparing a budget that outlines anticipated revenue and expenses over the next fiscal year. This is an example of which of the following?

a. Operational budget c. Construction budget
b. Capital budget d. Accounting

Leostella20 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, D, E
Delegation is guided by a number of principles that are nurse-related or organizational-related in nature. Examples of organizational-related principles that influence nursing delegation include: 1) documenting staff competence; 2) allocating resources to ensure safe staffing; and 3) developing organizational policies on delegation. Examples of specific nurse-related principles include: 1) monitoring policies and procedures; 2) delegating elements of care but not delegating the nursing process itself; 3) monitoring position descriptions for compliance with the State Nurse Practice Act; and 4) working with the State Board of Nursing as required. Monitoring the skill, education, and knowledge of NAPs (plus the stability of the patient) during a delegated task is a nursing responsibility and part of the delegation process.

Answer to Question 2

A
An operational budget is a financial tool that outlines anticipated revenue and expenses over a
specified period. A capital budget accounts for the purchase of major new or replacement equipment.
A construction budget is developed when renovations or new structures are planned. A process called
accounting assists with budget documentation; it is an activity that managers engage in to record and
report financial transactions and data.