Which situation presents an example of inappropriate delegation?
A) Temporary authority is given to support completion of a delegated task
B) The person to whom a task is delegated considers it a challenge
C) The employee is given exact instructions on completing the task
D) Regular updates on the task are exchanged with the manager and the employee
Answer: C) The employee is given exact instructions on completing the task
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A) The women feel it is too difficult to differentiate between normal changes and concerning findings. B) They might do it at the wrong time of the month. C) They would have to call the doctor each month and report what they found. D) The women would be afraid to go to the doctor if they found something concerning.
Find the amount to administer: ______________. Ordered: Cardene 20 mg po tid. On hand: Cardene 20
mg capsules. A. ½ capsule B. 1 capsule C. 2 capsules D. 3 capsules
When preparing parenteral medications, the nurse should perform which intervention(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Check the expiration date. b. Use sterile technique throughout the entire procedure. c. Check the drug dose form ordered against the source available. d. Prepare the drug in a clean well-lighted area. e. Check calculations.