Lesson 2 Flashcards
The nurse can delegate
Tasks
Which nursing team member can delegate
A) physicians
B) therapists
C) custodian
D) Nursing assistants
A) physicians
Before a nurse can delegate a task to you, the nurse should know which of the following
A) Whether or not you can complete the task safely
B) if you are willing to perform the task
C) How long your shift is
D) What your role is within the agency
Whether or not you can complete the task safely
Does a nurse have to delegate a task to you?
Yes, if nurse teaches you how to preform the task
The five rights of delegation involve:
The right task, the right circumstances, the right person, the right directions and communication, and the right supervision
Who supervises the work of a nurse aide?
A nurse
What is the purpose of the chain of command in a long term care facility?
To keep communication about a problem flowing smoothly
The nurse aide should refuse to perform a task if
The nurse aide has not been trained to do it
If you’re unsure of the steps of a task that the nurse told you to do, you should
Ask the nurse to clarify the instructions
Who is in charge of delegating the work assignment
The registered nurse on duty
