Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
Which statement by the nurse is appropriate when directing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to assist a 69 year-old surgical client to ambulate for the first time?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Give clear information to the UAP about what is expected for client safety. This instruction ensures the client is assessed for orthostatic hypotension before ambulating, reducing the risk of falls.