When the licensed nurse makes a determination to delegate a task, which of the following occurs in the process (select all that apply)?
a. The nurse assesses the situation and need for delegation.
b. A plan for specific task delegation is es-tablished.
c. The needs of the nurse are considered.
d. The nurse determines the available re-sources and patient safety.
e. Accountability is transferred to the man-ager.
A, B, D
With the qualifications of both the delegator and the delegatee as a baseline in place, the licensed nurse enters the continuous process of delegation decision making. The situation is assessed, and a plan for specific task delegation is established, considering patient needs, available resources, and patient safety. The nurse needs to ensure accountability for the acts and process of delega-tion.
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