At 7:15 AM, two unlicensed personnel are assigned the task of feeding breakfast to four incapacitated clients. What instruction should the nurse include in this delegation?
A)
Stand to the left of right-handed clients during feeding.
B)
Breakfast should be completed by 8:00 AM so that baths may begin.
C)
Give fluids before and after each bite of solid foods.
D)
Engage the client in conversation during the meal.
D
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