A client is admitted with a suspected stroke.
Which healthcare professional should the nurse collaborate with to ensure timely diagnostic tests and interventions?

Choice A rationale
Reporting unusual lung sounds requires assessment skills that are beyond the scope of practice for an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). UAPs are not trained to interpret or evaluate clinical data, which is essential for identifying unusual lung sounds. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse who can accurately assess and respond to the findings.
Choice B rationale
Providing assistance with morning care is within the scope of practice for UAPs. This task involves helping the patient with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, which do not require clinical judgment or assessment skills. It is a routine task that UAPs are trained to perform safely and effectively.
Choice C rationale
Teaching the patient about a heart-healthy diet involves providing education and requires a thorough understanding of the patient’s medical condition and dietary needs. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse or dietitian who has the knowledge and skills to provide accurate and comprehensive education.
Choice D rationale
Checking the client’s blood pressure medication involves administering medication, which is outside the scope of practice for UAPs. Medication administration requires knowledge of pharmacology, the ability to assess the patient’s response to the medication, and the ability to recognize and respond to potential side effects. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse.

Choice A rationale
The right supervision is one of the five rights of delegation, but it is not the correct answer for this question. The right supervision ensures that the delegated task is performed correctly and safely, with appropriate oversight and support from the delegating nurse.
Choice B rationale
The right person is correct. The right person ensures that the task is delegated to a qualified and competent individual who has the necessary education, training, and experience to perform the task safely and effectively.
Choice C rationale
The right task is one of the five rights of delegation, but it is not the correct answer for this question. The right task ensures that the task being delegated is appropriate for the patient’s condition and within the scope of practice for the person to whom it is being delegated.
Choice D rationale
The right circumstances is one of the five rights of delegation, but it is not the correct answer for this question. The right circumstances ensure that the task is delegated in an appropriate setting and situation, considering the patient’s condition and the availability of resources.