Delegation & Prioritization — Quiz

Which task is MOST appropriate to delegate to assistive personnel?

• ATeaching a client to use an incentive spirometer
• BFeeding a stable client with dysphagia on a modified diet
• CAssisting a stable client to ambulate to the bathroom
• DAssessing a client's post-op pain

Four clients need attention. Which does the nurse see FIRST?

• AA post-op day 2 client requesting pain medication
• BA client with pneumonia and new-onset SpO₂ 84 %
• CA discharged client waiting for teaching
• DA stable diabetic requesting a snack