ATI PN Medical Surgical Leadership
ATI PN Medical Surgical Leadership ( 51 Questions)
A nurse is delegating client care assignments for the upcoming shift. Which of the following tasks should the nurse plan to delegate to the assistive personnel (AP)?
Assistive personnel (AP), also known as unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), can perform tasks such as recording vital signs ¹. Collecting intake and output [a] is a task that can be delegated to an AP.
involves assessing the effectiveness of a medical intervention, which is typically the responsibility of a licensed nurse.
is a complex task that requires specialized knowledge and skills.
involves dietary planning, which is typically the responsibility of a licensed nurse or a registered dietitian.
Assistive personnel (AP), also known as unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), can perform tasks such as recording vital signs ¹. Collecting intake and output [a] is a task that can be delegated to an AP.
The other options are not tasks that should be delegated to an AP.
Evaluating pain relief after administering pain medication [b] involves assessing the effectiveness of a medical intervention, which is typically the responsibility of a licensed nurse.
Providing a central line dressing change [c] is a complex task that requires specialized knowledge and skills.
Selecting a menu for a low-sodium diet [d] involves dietary planning, which is typically the responsibility of a licensed nurse or a registered dietitian.