Which of the following tasks may be delegated to a CNA or NAP? Select all that apply
a. Irrigating a newly created colostomy
b. Collecting and testing a stool sample for occult blood
c. Digitally removing stool as a result of a fecal impaction
d. Assisting with placing a fracture pan on an immobile patient
B, D
Collecting and testing a stool sample for occult blood and placing/removing a fracture pan for an immobile patient are tasks that can be delegated to a CNA or NAP. Irrigating a newly created colostomy and digitally removing stool cannot be delegated. These tasks require ongoing assessment of the patient by the professional nurse. The nurse must monitor the patient for complications, such as bleeding and vagal nerve stimulation. Nursing judgment is necessary in determining the need to halt these procedures.
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