A charge nurse is admitting a client who has bipolar disorder and who is in the manic phase. Which of the following room assignments should the nurse give the client?

A. This would not be appropriate as both scabies and pediculosis capitis are contagious skin infestations. Placing these clients together increases the risk of cross-contamination.
B. Positive-pressure isolation rooms are used for clients with compromised immune systems to protect them from pathogens. This is not necessary for a client with scabies.
C. A private room is the most appropriate choice for a client with scabies to prevent the spread of the infestation.
D. Negative-pressure isolation rooms are used for clients with airborne diseases to prevent the spread of pathogens. This is not necessary for a client with scabies.

A. While delegation might contribute to more efficient use of resources and potentially reduce some costs, it is not the primary purpose of delegation. The main goal of delegation is to manage tasks and responsibilities more effectively, rather than focusing directly on cost reduction.
B. Delegation involves assigning specific tasks or responsibilities to others so that goals can be met more efficiently. It allows the delegating nurse to entrust certain tasks to others, enabling the overall objectives of patient care and unit management to be achieved effectively. This statement captures the essence of delegation as it involves empowering others to carry out tasks to achieve a common goal.
C. While delegation can help ensure that resources are used appropriately by assigning tasks to the right individuals, this statement is more about resource management rather than the primary purpose of delegation itself.
D. Delegation itself does not specifically promote discharge teaching activities. While tasks related to discharge teaching can be delegated, the primary purpose of delegation is broader, focusing on managing workload and achieving goals by assigning tasks to others.