Which of the following statements best describe effective delegation?
1. Nursing education programs prepare new nurses to effectively use delegation.
2. Delegation is something experienced nurses do, and new nurses do not do.
3. Reimbursement is not related to delegation.
4. Delegation is difficult and takes time to learn how to do it effectively.
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Explanation: 1. Nursing education should provide content and some experience on delegation, but more is required in practice post-graduation to use delegation effectively.
2. All nurses are expected to use delegation.
3. Reimbursement is related to delegation as delegation has an impact on outcomes.
4. This is correct; delegation is complex.
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