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KAPLAN ASSIGNMENT & SUPERVISION ASSESSMENT
2026/2027 COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
KAPLAN
Prepare for the Kaplan Assignment & Supervision Assessment with a focused study
resource designed to reinforce key principles of nursing assignments, delegation, and
supervision. It supports review of scope of practice, patient acuity, prioritization, staff
responsibilities, accountability, communication, and safe care coordination. Use the
material to strengthen clinical judgment, practice decision-making, and identify areas
that may require additional review. This resource is best suited for nursing students
and NCLEX candidates preparing for assignment, delegation, and supervision
assessments.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
FIVE RIGHTS OF DELEGATION
1. A nurse is delegating tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
Which of the following represents the "Right Task" in delegation?
A) The task is within the UAP's scope of practice and job description
B) The UAP has the appropriate training and competency
C) The nurse provides clear instructions and expectations
D) The nurse monitors the UAP's performance
Answer: A) The task is within the UAP's scope of practice and job
description
Rationale: The "Right Task" means the task is appropriate for delegation
based on the delegatee's scope of practice, job description, and
competency. The task must be one that does not require nursing
judgment, assessment, or evaluation.
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2. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which action demonstrates the
"Right Direction and Communication" aspect of delegation?
A) Assigning a task that the LPN has performed successfully before
B) Providing clear, specific instructions including expected outcomes and
follow-up
C) Ensuring the LPN has the necessary equipment to perform the task
D) Evaluating the LPN's performance after task completion
Answer: B) Providing clear, specific instructions including expected
outcomes and follow-up
Rationale: The "Right Direction and Communication" means providing
clear, concise instructions about the task, expected outcomes, potential
complications, and when to report back to the nurse. This ensures the
delegatee understands what is expected.
3. A nurse has delegated a task to a UAP. Which action demonstrates the
"Right Supervision and Evaluation" in delegation?
A) Assigning the task based on the UAP's demonstrated competency
B) Providing written instructions for the task
C) Monitoring the UAP's performance and providing feedback
D) Ensuring the task is within the UAP's scope of practice
Answer: C) Monitoring the UAP's performance and providing feedback
Rationale: The "Right Supervision and Evaluation" requires the nurse to
monitor the delegatee's performance, provide ongoing feedback, and
evaluate the outcome of the delegated task. The nurse remains
accountable for the task and must follow up appropriately.
4. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which of the following must the
nurse ensure before delegating?
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A) The LPN has read the procedure manual
B) The LPN has the appropriate education and demonstrated competency
C) The LPN has worked on the unit for at least 6 months
D) The LPN has completed all annual training modules
Answer: B) The LPN has the appropriate education and demonstrated
competency
Rationale: Before delegating, the nurse must ensure that the delegatee
(LPN) has the appropriate education, training, and demonstrated
competency to perform the task safely. This is part of the "Right Person"
principle in delegation.
5. A nurse is delegating a task to a UAP. Which of the following is the
nurse's primary responsibility after delegation?
A) Completing the task if the UAP is busy
B) Supervising and evaluating the UAP's performance
C) Documenting that the task was delegated
D) Assigning another UAP to help with the task
Answer: B) Supervising and evaluating the UAP's performance
Rationale: The nurse remains accountable for the delegated task and
must provide ongoing supervision and evaluation. The nurse must ensure
the task is completed safely and correctly, even after delegating it.
Supervision includes checking in, answering questions, and evaluating
outcomes.
6. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which statement by the nurse
reflects the "Right Circumstance" in delegation?
A) "This patient is stable and has a predictable outcome."
B) "I need you to assess the patient's lung sounds."
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C) "I'm delegating this because I have a more complex patient."
D) "You have done this task many times before."
Answer: A) "This patient is stable and has a predictable outcome."
Rationale: The "Right Circumstance" means the patient is stable, the
environment is appropriate, and the task is suitable for delegation based
on the patient's condition. Tasks should only be delegated when the
patient is stable and the outcome is predictable.
7. A nurse is assigning tasks to the healthcare team. Which of the
following tasks can be delegated to a UAP?
A) Performing a sterile dressing change
B) Administering oral medications
C) Measuring and recording vital signs on a stable patient
D) Assessing a patient's pain level
Answer: C) Measuring and recording vital signs on a stable patient
Rationale: UAPs can measure and record vital signs on stable patients as
this is within their scope of practice and does not require nursing
judgment. Sterile dressings, medication administration, and assessment
require licensed nursing personnel.
8. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which of the following tasks is
appropriate to delegate to an LPN?
A) Performing the initial admission assessment
B) Developing the patient's plan of care
C) Administering oral and intramuscular medications
D) Evaluating the effectiveness of interventions
Answer: C) Administering oral and intramuscular medications
Rationale: LPNs can administer oral and intramuscular medications.
KAPLAN ASSIGNMENT & SUPERVISION ASSESSMENT
2026/2027 COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
KAPLAN
Prepare for the Kaplan Assignment & Supervision Assessment with a focused study
resource designed to reinforce key principles of nursing assignments, delegation, and
supervision. It supports review of scope of practice, patient acuity, prioritization, staff
responsibilities, accountability, communication, and safe care coordination. Use the
material to strengthen clinical judgment, practice decision-making, and identify areas
that may require additional review. This resource is best suited for nursing students
and NCLEX candidates preparing for assignment, delegation, and supervision
assessments.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
FIVE RIGHTS OF DELEGATION
1. A nurse is delegating tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
Which of the following represents the "Right Task" in delegation?
A) The task is within the UAP's scope of practice and job description
B) The UAP has the appropriate training and competency
C) The nurse provides clear instructions and expectations
D) The nurse monitors the UAP's performance
Answer: A) The task is within the UAP's scope of practice and job
description
Rationale: The "Right Task" means the task is appropriate for delegation
based on the delegatee's scope of practice, job description, and
competency. The task must be one that does not require nursing
judgment, assessment, or evaluation.
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2. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which action demonstrates the
"Right Direction and Communication" aspect of delegation?
A) Assigning a task that the LPN has performed successfully before
B) Providing clear, specific instructions including expected outcomes and
follow-up
C) Ensuring the LPN has the necessary equipment to perform the task
D) Evaluating the LPN's performance after task completion
Answer: B) Providing clear, specific instructions including expected
outcomes and follow-up
Rationale: The "Right Direction and Communication" means providing
clear, concise instructions about the task, expected outcomes, potential
complications, and when to report back to the nurse. This ensures the
delegatee understands what is expected.
3. A nurse has delegated a task to a UAP. Which action demonstrates the
"Right Supervision and Evaluation" in delegation?
A) Assigning the task based on the UAP's demonstrated competency
B) Providing written instructions for the task
C) Monitoring the UAP's performance and providing feedback
D) Ensuring the task is within the UAP's scope of practice
Answer: C) Monitoring the UAP's performance and providing feedback
Rationale: The "Right Supervision and Evaluation" requires the nurse to
monitor the delegatee's performance, provide ongoing feedback, and
evaluate the outcome of the delegated task. The nurse remains
accountable for the task and must follow up appropriately.
4. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which of the following must the
nurse ensure before delegating?
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A) The LPN has read the procedure manual
B) The LPN has the appropriate education and demonstrated competency
C) The LPN has worked on the unit for at least 6 months
D) The LPN has completed all annual training modules
Answer: B) The LPN has the appropriate education and demonstrated
competency
Rationale: Before delegating, the nurse must ensure that the delegatee
(LPN) has the appropriate education, training, and demonstrated
competency to perform the task safely. This is part of the "Right Person"
principle in delegation.
5. A nurse is delegating a task to a UAP. Which of the following is the
nurse's primary responsibility after delegation?
A) Completing the task if the UAP is busy
B) Supervising and evaluating the UAP's performance
C) Documenting that the task was delegated
D) Assigning another UAP to help with the task
Answer: B) Supervising and evaluating the UAP's performance
Rationale: The nurse remains accountable for the delegated task and
must provide ongoing supervision and evaluation. The nurse must ensure
the task is completed safely and correctly, even after delegating it.
Supervision includes checking in, answering questions, and evaluating
outcomes.
6. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which statement by the nurse
reflects the "Right Circumstance" in delegation?
A) "This patient is stable and has a predictable outcome."
B) "I need you to assess the patient's lung sounds."
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C) "I'm delegating this because I have a more complex patient."
D) "You have done this task many times before."
Answer: A) "This patient is stable and has a predictable outcome."
Rationale: The "Right Circumstance" means the patient is stable, the
environment is appropriate, and the task is suitable for delegation based
on the patient's condition. Tasks should only be delegated when the
patient is stable and the outcome is predictable.
7. A nurse is assigning tasks to the healthcare team. Which of the
following tasks can be delegated to a UAP?
A) Performing a sterile dressing change
B) Administering oral medications
C) Measuring and recording vital signs on a stable patient
D) Assessing a patient's pain level
Answer: C) Measuring and recording vital signs on a stable patient
Rationale: UAPs can measure and record vital signs on stable patients as
this is within their scope of practice and does not require nursing
judgment. Sterile dressings, medication administration, and assessment
require licensed nursing personnel.
8. A nurse is delegating a task to an LPN. Which of the following tasks is
appropriate to delegate to an LPN?
A) Performing the initial admission assessment
B) Developing the patient's plan of care
C) Administering oral and intramuscular medications
D) Evaluating the effectiveness of interventions
Answer: C) Administering oral and intramuscular medications
Rationale: LPNs can administer oral and intramuscular medications.
