Which activities are appropriate for the nurse to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? Select all that apply
1. Diabetic diet teaching
2. Postoperative wound care
3. Sterile dressing change
4. Routine vital signs
5. Hygienic care
4, 5
Explanation: 1. Diabetic diet teaching requires specialized knowledge and skill and cannot be delegated.
2. Postoperative wound care requires specialized knowledge and skill and cannot be delegated.
3. Sterile dressing changes require specialized knowledge and skill and should not be delegated.
4. Frequently occurring tasks with predictable results and minimal potential for risks can be delegated to the UAP.
5. Frequently occurring tasks with predictable results and minimal potential for risks can be delegated to the UAP.
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