Asked by Brandon Mcgee on Jun 19, 2024

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Who is responsible for evaluating the outcome of a task delegated to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP) ?

A) Nurse who delegated the task
B) Licensed practical nurse working with the NAP
C) Unit nurse manager
D) Charge nurse for the shift

Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)

Healthcare workers who provide basic care under the supervision of nursing staff, including activities of daily living and other tasks.

Delegate

To entrust a task or responsibility to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself.

Licensed Practical Nurse

A nurse who has completed the necessary training and licensure to provide basic medical care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

  • Acknowledge the tasks that can be safely entrusted to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) and be aware of the delegation outcomes.
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Jessy SoussouJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The nurse who delegated the task is responsible for evaluating the outcome of the delegated task. It is important for the delegating nurse to ensure that the task was completed properly and safely, and that the patient's needs were met.