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The nurse is delegating tasks to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which task is appropriate for the nurse to delegate?

A Monitoring a patient's intake and output for the shift.
B Administering a prescribed oral medication.
C Performing initial patient education on a new diet.
D Assessing a patient's postoperative pain level.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

Monitoring intake and output is a routine task that falls within the scope of practice for a UAP, as it does not require nursing judgment or assessment. Medication administration, education, and assessment are nursing responsibilities.

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