The obligation to correctly perform one's assigned duties is called:
a. accountability c. assignment
b. delegation d. responsibility
D
The act of being responsible (responsibility) for one's actions is a top priority for all health care workers, nurses in particular. The act of being responsible includes: reliability, dependability, the obligation to accomplish work once the assignment has been accepted, and the desire to perform at an acceptable level in accordance with one's educational and experience levels.
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