Which statement by the nurse best demonstrates clear communication to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) about delegating a task?
1) Record how much the patient drinks.
2) Take the patient's vital signs every 2 hours today.
3) Take the patient's temperature every 4 hours; notify me if it is greater than 100.5F (38.1C).
4) Assist the patient with her meals.
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a client who was newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which intervention by the nurse best promotes client cooperation with the treatment plan?
1) Teaching the client that he must lose weight to control his blood sugar
2) Informing the client he must exercise at least three times per week
3) Explaining to the client he must come to the diabetic clinic weekly
4) Determining the client's main concerns about his diabetes