Question 1

The nurse is reviewing tasks to delegate after receiving hand-off communication. Which procedure could the nurse safely delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Making a nursing diagnosis 
B)  Assisting a client to a bedside commode 
C)  Performing assessments on client 
D)  Giving the client pain medication 
A)  Making a nursing diagnosis 
B)  Assisting a client to a bedside commode 
C)  Performing assessments on client 
D)  Giving the client pain medication B

Question 2

The nurse assigns unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to complete client care tasks. Which statement indicates that the UAP understands the directions?
Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will bathe the client in room 402." 
B)  "I am done with the assigned tasks for Mr. Wells." 
C)  "I can give the medication for you." 
D)  "I will note all orders." 
E)  "I understand my assignment is to take and document the vital signs." 
A)  "I will bathe the client in room 402." 
B)  "I am done with the assigned tasks for Mr. Wells." 
C)  "I can give the medication for you." 
D)  "I will note all orders." 
E)  "I understand my assignment is to take and document the vital signs." A, B, E

Question 3

The nurse is assisting the health care provider with a lumbar puncture. Which personal protective equipment should the nurse apply?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sterile gloves, gown, and mask 
B)  Clean gloves, gown, and mask with eye shield or goggles 
C)  Sterile gloves, gown, and mask with eye shields or goggles 
D)  Clean gloves 
A)  Sterile gloves, gown, and mask 
B)  Clean gloves, gown, and mask with eye shield or goggles 
C)  Sterile gloves, gown, and mask with eye shields or goggles 
D)  Clean gloves D

The nurse is reviewing tasks to delegate after receiving hand-off communication. Which procedure could the nurse safely delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

The nurse assigns unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to complete client care tasks. Which statement indicates that the UAP understands the directions? Select all that apply.

The nurse is assisting the health care provider with a lumbar puncture. Which personal protective equipment should the nurse apply?

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Bedmaking

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Promoting Circulation

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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Exam 1: Essential Skills

The nurse is reviewing tasks to delegate after receiving hand-off communication. Which procedure could the nurse safely delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

The nurse assigns unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to complete client care tasks. Which statement indicates that the UAP understands the directions? Select all that apply.

The nurse is assisting the health care provider with a lumbar puncture. Which personal protective equipment should the nurse apply?

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Bedmaking

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Promoting Circulation

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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