Which task could be safely delegated by the nurse to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

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Question 1 of 5

Which task could be safely delegated by the nurse to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Being with a client self-administering insulin is safely delegable. It's supportive, within UAP scope, unlike dressing ulcers , monitoring , or rectal care , needing RN skill. A ensures safety.

Question 2 of 5

A client had 20 mg of Lasix (furosemide) PO at 10 AM. Which would be essential for the nurse to include at the change of shift report?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Urine output of 1500 cc in 5 hours is essential post-Lasix. Furosemide's diuretic effect needs monitoring for efficacy and fluid status, critical post-MI. Weight , potassium , and next dose are secondary. C drives care, making it key.

Question 3 of 5

A client has been admitted with a fractured femur and has been placed in skeletal traction. Which of the following nursing interventions should receive priority?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Frequent neurovascular assessments are priority in skeletal traction. They detect compartment syndrome or nerve damage, critical post-fracture. Alignment , pin sites , and trapeze follow. B ensures safety, making it key.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse planning care for a 12 year-old child with sickle cell disease in a vaso-occlusive crisis of the elbow should include which one of the following as a priority?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Client-controlled analgesia is priority in sickle cell crisis. Pain from vaso-occlusion needs immediate relief, per standards. Fluid restriction , cold , or exercise worsen it. B manages pain, making it key.

Question 5 of 5

A client who is receiving a whole blood transfusion suddenly reports low back pain and dyspnea. Which action should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Stopping the transfusion and keeping the vein open with saline is first. Back pain and dyspnea signal a transfusion reaction (e.g., hemolytic), needing immediate cessation per protocol. Slowing delays, calling or checking vitals follows. B stops harm, maintaining access, making it priority.

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