A Nurse Delegates a Task to the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel

A nurse delegates a task to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) .  The UAP states, "I can't do that."  Which is the best initial response for the nurse to make?

A) Ask the UAP the reason for the response
B) Do the task, but discuss the UAP's response with the manager
C) Ignore the UAP's initial response and repeat the delegation request
D) Remind the UAP of the importance of teamwork

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