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Assignment/Delegation
True or False
Political/Power
Regulated/Unregulated HCP
Ethical/Legal
100
When the RN asks an LPN to deliver her client's morning medications what is this an example of?
Assignment
100
RN's can delegate to LPN's
False
100
The RN delegates patient care to the CCA. Who benefits from this the most: The RN, CCA or patient?
The RN. The workload is reduced.
100
Are RN's and LPN's regulated health care professionals?
Yes, the legislation defines the scope of practice for these professions.
100
The RN delegates the CCA to deliver Benadryl because she wants to go on her break. Is this proper delegation?
No, delegation is only to be used when the 5 rights apply.
300
The RN asks the CCA to perform a bed bath to her assigned patient, what is this an example of?
Assignment
300
RN's can delegate the application of the nursing process to the CCA (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation)
False, only RN's can implement the nursing process.
300
Which is more likely, The RN assigns to the LPN or the LPN assigns to the RN?
The RN assigns to the LPN. The RN is responsible for overseeing the care of all patients.
300
Are CCA's regulated health care professionals?
No, they are not regulated by legislation but are accountable to their employer.
300
If an RN delegates improperly to an unregulated health care provider can he/she lose their license?
Yes, this is illegal.
400
In an emergency situation the RN asks the CCA, who she deems competent, to deliver aspirin. What is this called?
Delegation
400
Delegation and assignment involve the transferring of accountability for the outcome of the intervention.
False, the RN is accountable for the outcome.
400
Is there a current GASHA policy on proper delegation?
No, there is no written policy for GASHA but there are Guidelines available.
400
Is the RN allowed to delegate to an unregulated health care provider?
Yes.
500
Delegation can be applied to unstable patients.
False, delegation can only be applied to stable patients.