Which aspect of obtaining health information can the nurse delegate to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
A) Auscultate apical pulse of a patient with acute angina.
B) Take vital signs of a patient who might be discharged.
C) Complete lung assessment of a patient with pneumonia.
D) Clarify effects of antihypertensive therapy for a patient.

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Nursing assistive personnel (NAP) can be delegated tasks such as taking vital signs, as it is a routine and non-invasive procedure. Other tasks listed require professional nursing judgment and assessment skills.

Which Aspect of Obtaining Health Information Can the Nurse Delegate