The managers of a small long-term care facility have proposed that medication be administered by unlicensed assistive personnel, rather than by licensed practical/vocational nurses or registered nurses
How should the nurses at the facility best respond to this proposal?
A) Ensure that the unlicensed care providers receive adequate training
B) Elicit input from the residents themselves and their family members
C) Oppose the delegation of nursing duties to nonnursing personnel
D) Advocate for a pay increase for the unlicensed care personnel in light of their increased responsibilities
Ans: C
Feedback:
It is important for practicing nurses to vigorously oppose the delivery of nursing care by nonnursing personnel. It is insufficient to provide training to the unlicensed care personnel; medications should be administered by educated nurses.
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