The unit is staffed with an experienced registered nurse, an experienced licensed practical nurse, and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which tasks can the charge nurse appropriately delegate to UAP? Select all that apply.

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11ecbb05_cb8d_053b_b433_5733efac5d5f_MD0009_00 Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are assigned tasks for stable clients by the registered nurse (RN), who directs and manages overall client care. The RN cannot delegate the nursing process. UAP can perform active and passive range-of-motion exercises (Option E). Under the direction of the RN, UAP can apply protective ointment (such as zinc oxide) after cleaning a client (Option A). UAP can obtain data but the RN is responsible for interpreting (evaluating) it. For example, UAP can obtain objective data such as the client's height and weight, but the RN will analyze this data to determine the need in the nursing care plan (eg, effect on drug dosing) (Option C). (Option B) UAP can collect data (eg, an objective pain score), but the RN is responsible for evaluating if the relief is adequate. The word "adequate" refers to the evaluation of treatment and is not part of UAP scope of practice. The RN may consider other aspects (eg, vital signs, body language) when making such evaluations, especially in a nonverbal client. (Option D) A stroke is not considered stabilized until approximately 48 hours have passed without changes. The client's risk of losing the gag reflex is still high as the stroke could be evolving. UAP should feed only stable clients. Educational objective: Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can perform passive range-of-motion exercises, apply protective ointment, and obtain objective data for stable clients under the direction of a registered nurse. However, UAP cannot feed clients with potential dysphagia or make evaluations about treatment effectiveness.

The Unit Is Staffed with an Experienced Registered Nurse, an Experienced