Which of the following task(s)may be delegated to a certified nursing assistant (CNA)? Select all that apply.
A) Measuring and recording intake and output
B) Performing a bedside dipstick urine test
C) Applying a condom catheter to a male patient
D) Assessing a patient's ability to collect a urine specimen
E) Determining which type of catheter to insert

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Measuring and recording intake and output,performing a bedside dipstick urine test,and applying a condom catheter to a male patient are all tasks that can be delegated to a certified nursing assistant (CNA)trained in these procedures.A CNA cannot assess a patient's urinary and cognitive status to determine ability to collect a specimen,as this is the responsibility of the registered nurse.A CNA cannot determine which catheter type is most appropriate for a patient.This judgment would be made by the registered nurse or prescribed for specific patient needs.

Which of the Following Task(s)may Be Delegated to a Certified