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Advocacy/delegation
Fundamentals of nursing
6
Nursing
Undergraduate 1
02/02/2010

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What are benefits of delegation?
Definition
improved efficiency, improved trust between staff members, and improved patient care
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what are barriers of delegation?
Definition
UAP must be proficient in the task to be delegated, so delegation may not always be an option. Also, a nurse is ultimately responsible for the client and UAP, so good judgment must be used when delegating.
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What does being a patient advocate mean?
Definition
active support of patients to obtain the highest quality of health care.
The nurse is responsible for providing support, encouragement, and assistance, as well as reviewing complaints and concerns. Promoting good customer service. Empowering clients to take responsibility for their own health matters. Facilitate quality care.
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What are legal boundaries to delegation?
Definition
UAP may not perform any task that is not approved by state nurse practice acts, or institutional policies. Also, patients information must be kept confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
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What are educational boundaries to delegation?
Definition
asks may not be delegated if the UAP is not qualified or competent enough, even if the law permits it.
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Before delegating, what general guidelines should you follow?
Definition
follow the 5 Rights(task, circumstances, person, direction/communication, supervision).
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