The nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter. Which action may be delegated to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
The nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling urinary catheter. Which action may be delegated to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
A. Set up the sterile field
[2%]
B. Palpate the bladder for distention
[1%]
C. Explain the procedure to the client
[1%]
D. Place the urinary catheter kit at the bedside
[97%]
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Leadership & Management
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Management of Care
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Explanation
Choice D is correct. This task is appropriate to delegate to the UAP. Gathering supplies (suction, vital sign equipment, etc.) is within the scope of a UAP.
Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. Setting up the sterile field is not within the scope of a UAP because UAPs do not perform any sterile tasks. Palpating the bladder for distention is an assessment and not within the scope of a UAP. Finally, explaining the procedure should not come from the UAP; rather, this explanation should be from the nurse.
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