In the UK, a nurse identifies that a care task delegated to a healthcare assistant is outside the assistant's training. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?
Correct answer: B. Complete the task or arrange suitable competent support
- A. Allow the task if the assistant is willing
- B. Complete the task or arrange suitable competent support
- C. Ask the assistant to watch an online demonstration
- D. Delegate the task to another untrained worker
Explanation
The NMC Code requires nurses to delegate safely, confirm competence, and provide appropriate supervision. Willingness or a brief demonstration does not establish that the person can perform the task safely.
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