Editing LPN Delegation and Reporting (section)

== The Five Rights of Delegation ==

The NCSBN framework is a reliable answer key for delegation questions. A delegation is appropriate only when all five are satisfied.

# '''Right task.''' The task is delegable, is routine and relatively predictable, and does not require independent nursing judgment or comprehensive assessment.
# '''Right circumstance.''' The patient is stable, the setting and resources are appropriate, and the outcome is reasonably predictable.
# '''Right person.''' The delegatee has the legal authority, the training, and the demonstrated competence to perform the task on this patient.
# '''Right direction and communication.''' The instruction is clear and specific, including what to do, any limits, what to report, and when to report it.
# '''Right supervision and evaluation.''' The delegating nurse monitors performance, is available for questions, intervenes as needed, and evaluates the patient's response.