The nurse manager is creating the patient assignment for today. She has five registered nurses (RNs), two licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and five nurse technicians (NAs) scheduled
When making the assignment, the nurse manager needs to remember that:
a.
RNs are responsible for all care delegated to unlicensed nursing personnel.
b.
delegation is considered direct intervention for patient care.
c.
LPNs operate independently and may delegate patient care.
d.
nursing practice is clearly delineated and is standard across the country.
ANS: A
Delegation is the transfer of responsibility for performing a task to another person while the nurse who delegated the task still remains accountable. Delegation is an indirect intervention based on assessment findings and established care priorities. Nurses must be familiar with the nurse practice act in their practice jurisdiction to ensure legal delegation. The nursing process cannot be delegated. In most jurisdictions, LPNs function in a dependent role and may not delegate.
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