Which functions can be delegated only to another RN with appropriate experience and training? (Select all that apply. )
A) Assessment of skin integrity on third day of hospitalization
B) Evaluation of patient teaching related to turn,cough,and deep breathing exercises
C) Nursing judgment related to withholding medication based on vital signs
D) RNs do not delegate to other RNs,they delegate only to licensed practical nurses or unlicensed assistive personnel.
E) Formulation of nursing diagnosis "potential for fall"

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Delegation among nurses, including RNs delegating tasks to other RNs, is a common practice in healthcare settings. It is based on the principle that certain tasks require specific knowledge, skills, and judgment that are within the scope of practice of registered nurses (RNs). The tasks mentioned in options A (Assessment of skin integrity), B (Evaluation of patient teaching related to turn, cough, and deep breathing exercises), C (Nursing judgment related to withholding medication based on vital signs), and E (Formulation of nursing diagnosis "potential for fall") all require professional nursing knowledge, skills, and judgment that are typically within the scope of practice of an RN. These tasks involve assessment, evaluation, clinical judgment, and the formulation of nursing diagnoses, which are responsibilities that can only be appropriately carried out by RNs with the requisite experience and training. Therefore, these functions can be delegated from one RN to another RN who has the appropriate experience and training. Option D is incorrect because RNs can and do delegate tasks to other RNs, in addition to delegating tasks to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) or licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), depending on the task and the context.

Which Functions Can Be Delegated Only to Another RN with Appropriate