A registered nurse (RN) is assigning tasks to an assistive personnel (AP) for a client who underwent abdominal surgery 24 hours ago. Which task is appropriate for the RN to delegate to the AP?
Develop a plan of care to address the client’s risk for post-operative complications.
Administer oral pain medication prescribed by the provider.
Measure and record the client’s vital signs.
Assess the client’s surgical incision for signs of infection.
The correct answer is appropriate because monitoring vital signs is commonly within the scope of practice for assistive personnel (AP), as long as the AP has been trained and the RN provides clear instructions and supervision. Tasks requiring assessment, interpretation, or critical decision-making—such as evaluating incision sites or administering medication—are outside the AP's scope of practice and must be performed by a licensed nurse.
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