Which of the following nursing activities is appropriate for the home care nurse who is caring for a client newly diagnosed with diabetes to delegate to a home support worker?
A)Assist the client to choose an appropriate diet.
B)Check the client's feet for signs of breakdown.
C)Help the client with a daily bath and oral care.
D)Teach the client how to monitor blood glucose.

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Assisting with client hygiene is included in the home support workers' education and scope of practice. Assessment of the client and instructing the client in new skills, such as diet and blood glucose monitoring, are complex skills that are included in RN education and scope of practice.

Which of the Following Nursing Activities Is Appropriate for the Home