When delegating care to a nursing assistant, the LPN/LVN should: (Select all that apply.)
a. give specific instruction as to what is to be done.
b. instruct how the task is to be done.
c. list information that needs to be reported.
d. be aware that the nurse is responsible for outcome of delegated care.
e. insist that the nursing assistant accept the responsibility.
A, B, C, D
In delegating to unlicensed assistive personnel, the LPN/LVN should first inquire if the nursing assistant is willing to take responsibility for the care assigned.
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