Which situations are appropriate for the registered nurse (RN) to delegate patient care to the licensed...

Which situations are appropriate for the registered nurse (RN) to delegate patient care to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)? Select all that apply.

1. There is adequate staffing and sufficient time for supervision.
2. The task being delegated is identified as part of the LPN job description.
3. An admission assessment must be completed for the patient.
4. The LPN is needed to care for a critical patient.
5. Repeated assessment of an unstable patient is necessary.

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