[Debate in the USA on nurses' delegation of duties to assistants]. / Il dibattito negli USA sulla "delega" delle attività assistenziali.

ABSTRACT

In the today's rapidly changing practice environment, more nurses than ever are facing delegation dilemmas. The main issues of the debate on delegation of task and activities from nurses to less qualified personnel are reported. Nurses can delegate tasks but remain accountable for the final result. The main rules for delegation are discussed and the need for a correct communication and education to delegate is stressed.