Asked by Abbey Jarman on May 22, 2024
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An unregulated care provider (UCP) is working on a rehabilitation unit.Which of the following tasks would be appropriate for the UCP to delegate?
A) Taking and recording vital signs
B) Assisting with bathing
C) Making a bed
D) No tasks
Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)
An individual providing health or personal care services without formal regulation by professional health care bodies.
Rehabilitation Unit
A specialized hospital or facility dedicated to the recovery and physical therapy of patients following illness, surgery, or injury.
- Acquire knowledge about the process and criticality of delegation in the nursing field, focusing on responsibility and accountability.
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cesar octavio rodriguez quirozMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Unregulated care providers do not have the legal authority to delegate tasks to other individuals, as they do not possess the necessary qualifications and training to make such decisions. Therefore, it is not appropriate for the UCP to delegate any tasks.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the process and criticality of delegation in the nursing field, focusing on responsibility and accountability.
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