A nurse is reviewing assignments for the upcoming shift. Which of the following tasks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)?

Rationale: A. This option is correct because measuring and recording a client’s urinary output is within the scope of practice for an assistive personnel (AP). This task is noninvasive, routine, and does not require nursing judgment, making it appropriate for delegation. B. This option is incorrect because performing a sterile dressing change is a nursing intervention that requires knowledge of aseptic technique, assessment skills, and clinical judgment. It cannot be delegated to an AP. C. This option is incorrect because instructing a client on the use of crutches involves teaching, assessment of the client’s abilities, and evaluation of safety, all of which are nursing responsibilities and cannot be delegated to an AP. D. This option is incorrect because interpreting an ECG strip requires specialized nursing knowledge and clinical judgment to identify dysrhythmias and respond appropriately. This is outside the AP’s scope of practice.