NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
A nurse delegates vital sign measurement to an unregulated care provider (UCP). What should the nurse assess before delegating?
It's crucial that the UCP can identify and immediately report any vital signs outside the normal range, as this requires the nurse's assessment and intervention
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Question: A nurse delegates vital sign measurement to an unregulated care provider (UCP). What should the nurse assess before delegating?
Answer options:
- The UCP's preferred method for taking blood pressure. ✅ The UCP's ability to recognize and report abnormal findings.
- The UCP's experience with the patient in question.
- The UCP's current workload and schedule.
Correct answer: The UCP's ability to recognize and report abnormal findings.
Explanation: It's crucial that the UCP can identify and immediately report any vital signs outside the normal range, as this requires the nurse's assessment and intervention.
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