A newly hired nursing assistant can work only when under direct supervision by a registered nurse. In which way can this assistant provide care?
1. The nursing assistant charts care in the patient's medical record and the nurse reviews that charting on a regular basis.
2. The nursing assistant provides hygienic care according to protocols approved by the nurse.
3. The nurse and the nursing assistant work together to provide care to a team of six patients.
4. The nurse is available on the unit while the nursing assistant provides care.
3
Rationale: While this is a method of supervision, it is not direct supervision.
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