Question

1. a nurse asks you to perform a task that is beyond the legal limits of your role. which is correct?

a. ○ perform the task so that you do not lose your job.
b. ○ with respect, firmly refuse and explain why.
c. ○ ignore the request.
d. ○ think about it for a few days.

1. the five rights of delegation involve

a. ○ the right task, the right circumstances, the right person, the right directions and communication,
and the right supervision.
b. ○ the right law, the right job description, the right policies and procedures, the right training, and the
right communication and supervision.
c. ○ the right task, the right job description, the right person, the right training, and the right
supervision.
d. ○ the right job description, the right task, the right person, the right directions and communication,
and the right supervision.

1. before a nurse delegates a task to you, the nurse decides if

a. ○ the task is safe for you to do.
b. ○ you want to perform the task.
c. ○ you have time to perform the task.
d. ○ you might get upset because it is the end of your shift.

Explanation:

• Question 22: Complying with legal limits is crucial. Performing a task beyond one's role (A) is illegal. Ignoring (C) or delaying (D) are unprofessional. Politely refusing (B) is the right approach.
• Question 23: The Five Rights of Delegation are the right task, right circumstances, right person, right directions/communication, and right supervision (A). Other options have incorrect components.
• Question 24: The nurse must ensure the task is safe (A). Personal wants (B), time (C), or shift end (D) are not the main considerations.

Answer:

1. B. With respect, firmly refuse and explain why.
2. A. the right task, the right circumstances, the right person, the right directions and communication, and the right supervision.
3. A. the task is safe for you to do.