NUR 101 Exam 2 Study Guide with correct answers

NUR 101 Exam 2 Study Guide1. What does delegation mean? - correct answer Defined by the ANA: transferring of responsibility for the performance of an activity or task (to a person competent to perform the task) while retaining accountability for the outcome. 2. How does delegation pertain to nursing practice? - correct answer Transfers responsibility while remaining accountable for outcomes Requires knowing which skills are transferable Results in improved quality of patient care, improved efficacy, increased productivity, and an empowered staff 3. What tasks are involved with delegation and what does each task involve? - correct answer The right task is one that can be delegated for a specific patient, such as tasks that are repetitive, require little supervision, are relatively noninvasive, have results that are predictable, and have potential minimal risk. Appropriate patient setting, available resources, and other relevant factors are considered in determining the right circumstance. The right person is delegating the right tasks to the right person to be performed on the right person. Right direction/communication indicates that a clear, concise description of the task, including its objective, limits, and expectations, is given. Right supervision/evaluation means that appropriate monitoring, evaluation, intervention as needed, and feedback are provided. 4. What is the first consideration in determining the most appropriate personnel to administer care? - correct answer **Safety is the FIRST consideration in determining the most appropriate personnel to administer care.