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What activities would be appropriate for the nurse to delegate to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) caring for a client post-cholecystectomy?

Select all that apply:

1. Obtain a urine sample from indwelling urinary catheter.
2. Assist client to reposition every two hours.
3. Reinforce information about a low-fat diet.
4. Bathe client.
5. Report abnormal vital signs as directed to the nurse.
6. Monitor for increased surgical site pain during activity.



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Final answer:

Delegation of tasks to UAP post-cholecystectomy must align with scope of practice and client safety.


Explanation:

Activities appropriate to delegate to UAP caring for client post-cholecystectomy:

  1. Assist client to reposition every two hours.
  2. Bathe client.
  3. Report abnormal vital signs as directed to the nurse.

It is important to ensure the tasks delegated align with the UAP's scope of practice and are safe for the client's condition.


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