A nurse delegates care for a client with Parkinson disease to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).Which statement should the nurse include when delegating this client's care?

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Clients with Parkinson disease do not move as quickly and can have functional problems.The client should be encouraged to be as independent as possible and provided time to perform activities without rushing.Although oral care is important for all clients,instructing the UAP to provide frequent and meticulous oral is not a priority for this client.This statement would be a priority if the client was immune-compromised or NPO.The nurse should assess the client's ability to eat and swallow; this should not be delegated.Appointments and activities should not be scheduled early in the morning because this may cause the client to be rushed and discourage the client from wanting to participate in activities of daily living.

A Nurse Delegates Care for a Client with Parkinson Disease