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A nurse is caring for a patient admitted with pneumonia. Which task can the nurse appropriately delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

A Auscultating lung sounds every 4 hours.
B Administering oral antibiotics as prescribed.
C Assisting the patient with ambulation to the bathroom.
D Evaluating the effectiveness of oxygen therapy.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as ambulation is within the scope of practice for UAP, as it does not require clinical assessment, medication administration, or evaluation.

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