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The nurse has delegated ambulating a patient to a certified nursing assistant. What statement is true regarding the nurse's legal obligation to the patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1.
  The nurse is responsible for performing the task.
  2.
  The nurse is accountable for the safety of the patient.
  3.
  The nurse is accountable for making sure the task is performed safely.
  4.
  If the patient falls the nurse is accountable and responsible for any patient injury.
  5.
  If the patient falls the CNA is not responsible or accountable.

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