The nurse is caring for a confused patient who requires bladder training. Which component of the bladder training program can the nurse safely delegate to the nursing assistant?
a. Teaching the patient about a voiding diary
b. Creating a schedule for voiding
c. Creating a schedule for fluids
d. Recording instances of linen changes and fluids offered
D
In planning and implementing a bladder training program for your confused patient, there are several ways in which the UAP can provide help. The nurse appropriately delegates reporting and recording any fluids offered and consumed, along with frequency of linen changes. The nurse should perform patient teaching about the diary, especially since the patient is confused; the nurse is responsible for determining the patient's level of comprehension. The nurse should create the schedule for voiding and fluids, and once the schedule is established, the nursing assistant can help the patient to follow the schedule.
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