A client with advanced dementia frequently wanders away from their room. The nurse has implemented various non-pharmacological interventions without success. The client is now attempting to open the exit door. Applying the Five Rights of Delegation, which of the following tasks should be delegated to a UAP?

Question: A client with advanced dementia frequently wanders away from their room. The nurse has implemented various non-pharmacological interventions without success. The client is now attempting to open the exit door. Applying the Five Rights of Delegation, which of the following tasks should be delegated to a UAP?

Answer options:

• Applying soft wrist restraints to prevent elopement.
• Administering an as-needed (PRN) sedating medication. ✅ Engaging the client in a distracting activity at the nursing station.
• Initiating a referral to social work for safe discharge planning.

Correct answer: Engaging the client in a distracting activity at the nursing station.

Explanation: Engaging a client in a distracting activity is a task that can be delegated to a UAP under the Right Direction/Supervision, as it does not require clinical judgment, medication administration, or the application of restraints. Medication administration, restraint application, and social work referrals are nursing responsibilities.