Purpose and Course Outcomes
The discussion topic this week pertains to the following Course Outcomes.
- CO 1: Consider the role of the professional nurse in relation to the concepts of integrity and ethical accountability within nursing practice. (POs 4, 6)
- CO 2: Explore the impact of contemporary healthcare issues on the role of the professional nurse. (PO 7)
Due Date
NR395 Week 5 Discussion: Unlicensed Personnel
During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
- Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
- Posts in the discussion on two different days
Points Possible
NR395 Week 5 Discussion: Unlicensed Personnel
100 points
Directions
- Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:
- Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
- Integrate outside scholarly sources when required
- Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
- Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
- Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
- Best Practices include:
- Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and instructor.
- Enter the discussion often during the week to read and learn from posts.
- Select different classmates for your reply each week.
Discussion Questions
NR395 Week 5 Discussion: Unlicensed Personnel
What principles should the professional nurse use when delegating to unlicensed personnel?
Because the licensed nurse is liable for care performed by an unlicensed person, how do you protect yourself and your patients?
What does your state’s nursing law and rules say about delegation to unlicensed workers?
**NOTE: This course does not include lessons. Please use and credit your textbook and assigned sources to earn points in the discussion rubric.
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