Question

Which of the following statements regarding utilization of personnel made by a new graduate nurse requires immediate follow-up by the nurse's mentor?

1. My LPN is really good with dressings, so I usually delegate them to her.
2. I always take the time to ambulate a post op client the first time out of bed.
3. I always try to help my nursing assistant with the clients who require a total bed bath.
4. I have my nursing assistant take and document all vital signs and intake and outputs.

Answer 1

1. My LPN is really good with dressings, so I usually delegate them to her. Statement 1 requires immediate follow-up by the nurse's mentor to ensure appropriate delegation of tasks.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that requires immediate follow-up by the nurse's mentor is statement 1: 'My LPN is really good with dressings, so I usually delegate them to her.' While it is important to delegate tasks, the nurse should be aware of the scope of practice of the LPN and ensure that they are delegating tasks within their scope of practice. The nurse's mentor should provide guidance on appropriate delegation of tasks and ensure that tasks are being delegated safely and within the legal and ethical boundaries.

In contrast, statements 2, 3, and 4 do not immediately require follow-up. Statement 2 shows the nurse prioritizing the well-being of the post-op client by taking the time to ambulate them. Statement 3 shows the nurse helping the nursing assistant with clients who require a total bed bath, which is a collaborative effort in providing care. Statement 4 shows the nurse delegating vital signs and intake and output documentation to the nursing assistant, which is within their scope of practice.