The AG-PCNP is asked to sign off on care provided by an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) without reviewing the patient. This request violates which professional standard?
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A
Delegation standards, as the NP bears accountability for delegated tasks
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B
Scope of practice, as UAPs cannot perform any clinical tasks
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C
Documentation standards, as all notes must be co-signed by a physician
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D
Prescriptive authority, as UAPs can only assist with non-medication tasks