Asked by Darya Zvonkova on Jun 27, 2024
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A patient may need restraints. Which task can the nurse delegate to a nursing assistive personnel?
A) Determining the need for restraints
B) Assessing the patient's orientation
C) Obtaining an order for a restraint
D) Applying the restraint
Nursing Assistive Personnel
Various types of support workers in healthcare who assist nurses in providing patient care but are not licensed as nurses.
Applying The Restraint
The process of using physical or mechanical means to limit a person's movement for their safety or the safety of others.
- Determine the necessity and use of patient restraints.
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Santiago RomeroJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The application and routine checking of a restraint can be delegated to nursing assistive personnel. The skill of assessing a patient's behavior, orientation to the environment, need for restraints, and appropriate use cannot be delegated. A nurse must obtain an order from a health care provider.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the necessity and use of patient restraints.