Which of the following is NOT a legal responsibility of the RN concerning assistive personnel?

The chosen answer indicates that registered nurses (RNs) are not legally responsible for performing all tasks assigned to assistive personnel (APs). This is correct because the role of the RN includes assessment, planning, and evaluation, while assistive personnel are trained to handle specific tasks that do not require the same level of professional judgment and licensure.

RNs are responsible for delegating tasks appropriately, ensuring that APs are trained, and supervising their work, but they are not required to carry out every task assigned to APs. Instead, RNs focus on the tasks that fall within their scope of practice, which often involves more complex patient care that requires professional judgment and critical thinking. This delineation allows RNs to prioritize their duties as licensed professionals while ensuring that tasks delegated to APs are performed safely and effectively.