If a client's incision eviscerates, which task should the PN assign to the UAP?

When an incision eviscerates, it is critical to address the situation promptly and effectively, while also ensuring that tasks are delegated appropriately based on the scope of practice for each member of the healthcare team. Assigning the task of gathering supplies to the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) is suitable because it typically involves collecting necessary items that may be required for immediate care, such as sterile dressings and saline solution.

In an emergency situation like evisceration, the practical nurse (PN) needs to focus on essential nursing interventions, such as stabilizing the client and preventing further injury, along with notifying the healthcare provider for further orders. While the UAP can assist by gathering supplies, more critical tasks that require professional judgment and assessment should remain within the PN's scope of responsibility.

This ensures that the client receives prompt and effective care while allowing the PN to focus on monitoring the client’s condition and implementing the medical protocol as needed.