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2125004343 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

An experienced delegator is mentoring a newly appointed nurse in the hospital. The new nurse states, I am hesitant to delegate tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) because I am afraid they will not be done correctly. Which response by the exper

A) Tell her not to delegate any tasks unless she is completely confident.
B) Tell her to clearly identify the task and expectations and then to monitor the delegate's progress.
C) Tell her that delegation often results in a decrease in job satisfaction.
D) Tell her that her job responsibility requires that she do everything herself.

Question 2

A new nurse on a unit asks to speak to the nurse manager as several clients have complained because family members were able to hear the verbal report outside the room during nursing rounds.

The nurse manager asks the nurse for suggestions that could enhance client privacy. Which suggestion by the new nurse is appropriate?
A) Nursing rounds should take place in each client's room.
B) The unit should be closed to family and visitors during rounds.
C) Nurses should tape-record their reports outside the room.
D) Clients should be allowed to choose whether a written or oral report is used.

nixon_s · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Although this is a typical concern of inexperienced and insecure delegators, following the delegation guidelines can increase her confidence in the process. The key to retaining control is to clearly identify the task and expectations and then to monitor the delegate's progress and provide feedback. If one is able to delegate some routine tasks to others, then job satisfaction should increase because of increased opportunities. An appropriate environment supports delegation.

Answer to Question 2

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