Question

Question 10: Multiple Choice

Create one unique, multiple-choice question about delegation in nursing.

Provide the Correct Response:

Explain the rationale for the correct response, and why the other choices are incorrect.

Provide the Reference for the Question:

Answer 1

The measurement and documentation of vital signs is expected for clients in a long term facility. Which staff type would it be a priority to delegate these tasks to ?

a - Practical nurse (PN)

b - Registered Nurse (RN)

c - Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)

d - Volunteer

Correct answer is c - Unlicensed assistive personnel

Unlicensed assistive personnel are paraprofessional who assist individuals with physical disabilities, mental impairment and other health care needs with their activities of daily living.They function in a supportive role by providing patient care activities.

Practical nurse check patients vital signs, change dressing and provide other types of basic patient care like helping in bathing ,dressing,etc.

Registered nurse assist physicians in providing treatment to patients. They administer medication, monitor patient recovery and progress, educate patients and families on disease prevention and post hospital treatment.

Volunteer nurse provide patient care, assisting patients with hygiene, assisting hospital front desk, taking samples for testing, operating medical equipment, ensuring emotional support.