Which statement by the nurse best demonstrates clear communication to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) about delegating a task?
1) "Record how much the patient drinks."
2) "Take the patient's vital signs every 2 hours today."
3) "Take the patient's temperature every 4 hours; notify me if it is greater than 100.5°F (38.1°C)."
4) "Assist the patient with her meals."
ANS: 3
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