A nurse delegates tasks to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and an assistive personnel (AP).
When admitting a client who is experiencing acute liver failure and who has ascites and an NG tube, which of the following tasks is most appropriate for the nurse to delegate to the LPN?

A. Place the client's valuables in the facility's safe - While securing the client's valuables is important, it is not the priority upon admission.

B. Observe the client's level of mobility - This is the priority as it allows the nurse to assess the client's immediate physical condition and risk of falls or other mobility-related issues.

C. Administer prescribed medications - Medication administration can wait until the client's initial assessment, including mobility, has been completed.

D. Electronically enter the prescriptions from the provider - Entering prescriptions can be done after the initial assessment and immediate needs of the client have been addressed.

A. Prohibiting visitors is not necessary for clients with sealed internal radiation implants. Visitors should be allowed unless specific restrictions are required based on the type of radiation therapy.

B. While maintaining distance from the radiation source is important, there is no specific guideline stating a 3-foot distance. The nurse should follow institutional policies and radiation safety guidelines regarding proximity to the radiation source.

C. There is no need to maintain the client on bed rest for 72 hours after receiving a sealed

internal radiation device. The client should be encouraged to ambulate and perform activities of daily living as tolerated.

D. Requiring the client to wear a dosimeter badge allows healthcare providers to monitor the amount of radiation exposure received by the client and ensures that radiation safety protocols are followed.