What is the first step in the delegation process?

a. Obtaining permission from the client for another care provider to help with the care
b. Instructing the person to whom the task is delegated about the assignment
c. Determining the skill level of the person to whom the task is to be delegated
d. Allowing the person to observe the RN performing the task before making the assignment


C

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