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The aide notices a resident's condition has changed during the shift. According to the chain of command, who should the aide report to first?
- A.The facility administrator before telling anyone else
- B.The resident's family before telling the care team
- C.Another resident who might know what to do next
- D.The supervising nurse who is the aide's direct supervisor
Correct answer
D. The supervising nurse who is the aide's direct supervisor
Why
The chain of command requires the aide to report first to the direct supervisor, usually the supervising nurse, who can assess and escalate as needed. Going first to administration, family, or other residents bypasses the proper chain.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Chain of Command: Reporting · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-127).