When delegating nursing tasks to other team members, it is most important for the registered nurse to:
a. consider whether the team member likes doing the tasks being delegated.
b. assign a deadline for each task to be accomplished.
c. only assign nursing care tasks to unlicensed personnel.
d. remember that the registered nurse remains accountable for appropriate delegation and supervision of tasks.
ANS: D
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