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imanialler

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on: Jul 22, 2018
In any health care setting, the student nurse is aware that ultimate accountability for delegation of nursing tasks remains with:
 
  a. the health care provider
  b. the health agency itself
  c. the licensed nurse
  d. the person to whom the task is assigned

Question 2

When considering delegation of tasks, the student nurse is aware that unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can only perform tasks that are:
 
  a. designated by employer policies and procedures
  b. within the scope of practice of RNs and LP/VNs
  c. prescribed by state laws
  d. learned on the job


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Delegation is the process of transferring to a competent individual the authority to perform a specific task in a specific situation. State provisions for delegation of nursing tasks vary. The licensed nurse retains accountability for the delegation; that is, the nurse has the responsibility for actions and inactions performed.

Answer to Question 2

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Tasks of the UAP do not have a scope of practice. A task that falls within the protected scope of practice of any licensed professional (including RNs and LPNs) cannot be performed by a UAP. Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can only perform tasks that are designated by employer policies and procedures.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 22, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 22, 2018
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