When delegating patient care activities, the registered nurse has a responsibility to:
a. assess individual competency when assigning nursing care activities to other health care workers.
b. divide the activities fairly between health care workers.
c. teach subordinate health care workers proper techniques and procedures.
d. observe ancillary staff as they perform delegated activities.
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