hard · NCLEX-RN pharmacology
The RN is caring for a client receiving an IV heparin infusion. Which of the following tasks may be delegated to a competent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) according to safe practice standards? Select all that apply.
- Evaluating whether the client's bruising is getting worse (LPN).
- Collection of a stool sample to test for occult blood (UAP).
- Performing an independent double-check of the pump settings (another RN).
- Adjustment of the heparin drip rate based on the latest aPTT (LPN).
- Recording the intake and output for the shift (UAP).
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