Which of the following task(s) may be delegated to a certified nursing assistant (CNA)? Select all that apply
a. Measuring and recording intake and output
b. Performing a bedside dipstick urine test
c. Applying a condom catheter to a male patient
d. Assessing a patient's ability to collect a urine specimen
e. Determining which type of catheter to insert
A, B, C
Measuring and recording intake and output, performing a bedside dipstick urine test, and applying a condom catheter to a male patient are all tasks that can be delegated to a certified nursing assistant (CNA) trained in these procedures. A CNA cannot assess a patient's urinary and cognitive status to determine ability to collect a specimen, as this is the responsibility of the registered nurse. A CNA cannot determine which catheter type is most appropriate for a patient. This judgment would be made by the registered nurse or prescribed for specific patient needs.
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