The nurse would consider which action by unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) as appropriate when observing care that is provided?
1. Increasing the oxygen flow rate when low oxygen saturation is measured on the client
2. Initiating oxygen therapy when a client is found to be dyspneic
3. Changing the oxygen delivery from nasal cannula to face mask when the client complains of nasal discomfort
4. Measuring oxygen saturation and replacing the client's oxygen mask when it becomes malpositioned while the client sleeps
Correct Answer: 4
The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can safely measure oxygen saturation or reposition the oxygen mask on the client's face. Only the nurse should determine the need for increased oxygen delivery, initiation of therapy, or changing the delivery method of oxygen.
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