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The registered nurse, prior to the delegation of tasks to other members of the nursing care team, evaluates the ability of staff members to perform assigned tasks for the position as based on which legal consideration?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Delegation of tasks by a registered nurse must comply with state statutes , which define the scope of practice and delegation authority for nurses and other healthcare team members within each state. These laws ensure that tasks are delegated to individuals who are legally qualified to perform them.