The nurse is planning care for a group of patients and recognizes which activity may be delegated to unlicensed assistive personnel?

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The nurse often works with unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to collect relevant data on height and weight, intake and output, and vital signs. The registered nurse uses critical thinking to guide decisions related to delegation of assignments and tasks. Before delegation of a task, the nurse must be knowledgeable about the role, scope of practice, and competency of the recipient of the delegated task. Analysis and evaluation of patient conditions and readiness for teaching require critical thinking and are nursing functions.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Group of Patients