The nurse is planning care for a group of patients and is deciding upon which activities to delegate to an experienced UAP. Which activities should the nurse plan to do, rather than delegate to the UAP? Select all that apply.

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1. This is a standard intervention that does not require the special skills of a nurse. It can be delegated.
2. Since this patient had a CVA several years ago and there is no indication of critical difficult swallowing, feeding does not require the advanced skills of a nurse. It can be delegated.
3. This skill requires the judgment and skills of a nurse. It cannot be delegated. The UAP can ask the nurse to assess the IV site if the UAP believes that there is a problem.
4. This patient is in a potentially risky situation. Vital signs should be monitored by a nurse.
5. Assessing a patient and deciding to use an as needed order to administer medication requires the advanced skills of a nurse.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Group of Patients