When delegating a nursing task, considering if the patient is stable and the outcome of the task is predictable is which one of the five “rights” of delegation?

Flashcard 4 - Management of Care Flashcard Set for the NCLEX-RN Exam

right circumstance

The five “rights” are:

right task: should the task be delegated?
right person: is the person qualified to perform the task?
right circumstance
right communication: has the task been clearly explained and proper direction been given?
right supervision: will the nurse retain responsibility for the outcome of the task?

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