Which behavior indicates that the nurse is practicing as a professional?
1. Documenting that a client needs pain medication
2. Visiting with family of a client on another part of the care area
3. Telling a client to ask the next nurse for help getting out of bed
4. Directing unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to measure urine output
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Rationale 1: A professional nurse would assess the client's pain level and provide medication. Documenting the need for pain medication does not demonstrate professionalism.
Rationale 2: A professional nurse would not socialize with clients or family.
Rationale 3: A professional nurse would meet the client's needs at the time they are requested.
Rationale 4: A professional nurse appropriately delegates tasks to UAP.
Global Rationale: A professional nurse appropriately delegates tasks to UAP. A professional nurse would address a client's pain management needs, avoid socializing with clients and families, and meet the client's needs at the time they are requested.
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