Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client in the immediate postoperative period after an open cholecystectomy. Which task could be delegated to the unlicensed nursing assistant?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Document the amount of output on the I & O sheet is a basic task suitable for unlicensed assistants under supervision. Assessing breath sounds dressings or adjusting IV fluids requires a nurseÔÇÖs expertise.