Which task can be delegated to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
a. Turn and reposition the patient every 2 hours.
b. Assess the patient's skin condition.
c. Change pressure ulcer dressings every shift.
d. Apply hydrocolloid dressing to the pressure ulcer.
ANS: A
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