A nurse is providing teaching to a newly licensed nurse about the purpose of documentation in the client's health record.
Which of the following information should the nurse include?

Choice A rationale:

There are actually five rights of delegation: right task, right circumstance, right person, right direction/communication, and right supervision/evaluation. This statement is not accurate.

Choice B rationale:

It is not the duty of the delegatee to perform a task without asking questions. Effective delegation involves clear communication, including the opportunity for the delegatee to ask questions and seek clarification as needed.

Choice C rationale:

While the nurse manager plays a role in delegation, the responsibility for delegation does not solely rest on the nurse manager. Delegation is a shared responsibility among all nurses, and the person delegating the task must ensure it is appropriate and clear.

The correct answer is Choice B.

Choice A rationale: Advanced beginners are newly graduated nurses who rely on limited experience and follow guidelines strictly. They cannot yet mentor others effectively because they lack the necessary comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for precepting new staff members.

Choice B rationale: Proficient nurses have a deep understanding of clinical situations through experience. They can recognize patterns, predict outcomes, and provide effective mentorship as preceptors. They are skilled at guiding new staff members and improving their clinical performance.

Choice C rationale: Expert nurses possess an intuitive grasp of clinical situations and make decisions rapidly. While they are highly skilled, the role of preceptor is generally better suited to proficient nurses who are adept at breaking down complex tasks for new learners.

Choice D rationale: Competent nurses have a few years of practice and can plan and manage patient care efficiently. However, they are not yet at the stage where they can fluidly adapt to varying situations or mentor new staff as effectively as proficient nurses.