You are asked to perform something within the nurse aide’s scope of practice but were never formally taught the task. You should:
A. do it because you have been asked to.
B. ask for a demonstration until you are certain of your ability to perform it correctly.
C. ask the resident or his or her roommate if they know how to do it.
D. have another aide down the hall talk you through it once or twice.
Answer: B
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