A nurse is planning to delegate a task to an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Rationale:

A. The nurse coats the indwelling urinary catheter with lubricant is correct and necessary for the procedure to reduce discomfort and facilitate insertion.

B. The nurse applies the sterile drape prior to inserting the urinary catheter is a proper step to maintain a sterile field during the procedure.

C. The nurse provides perineal care prior to inserting the urinary catheter is appropriate as it ensures cleanliness before catheter insertion.

D. The nurse separates the client's labia with her dominant hand should not be done; the non-dominant hand should be used to hold the labia apart to maintain sterility.

Client 3: Collect and label specimen.

Assistive personnel- Assistive personnel can handle the collection and labeling of specimens, which is a routine task that does not require advanced clinical judgment.

Client 1: Perform prescribed procedure.

Practical Nurse- Insertion of a nasogastric tube is a procedure that requires clinical skills and knowledge, making it appropriate for a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to perform.

Client 3: Administer prescribed medication.

Practical Nurse- Administering medication is within the scope of practice for a practical nurse, as they are trained to handle medications and monitor their effects.

Client 4: Perform prescribed testing.

Assistive personnel- Testing such as using a glucometer for blood glucose monitoring can be performed by assistive personnel under the supervision of a registered nurse or practical nurse.

Client 4: Provide prescribed wound care.

Practical Nurse- Wound care, especially for a non-healing wound and cellulitis, requires clinical assessment and skills that a practical nurse is trained to provide.

Client 2: Transport client for diagnostic testing.

Assistive personnel- Transporting clients to diagnostic testing is a task that can be safely performed by assistive personnel.