Which section of the code of conduct refers to the delegation of veterinary nurses?

• A. Section 16
• B. Section 18
• C. Section 20
• D. Section 21

Answer: (B)

Delegation means transferring a clinical task from a veterinarian to a veterinary nurse while keeping clear supervision and accountability. The section that covers this topic lays out who can delegate tasks, which tasks are appropriate to delegate, the level of supervision required, and the nurse’s competence and training needs. It also clarifies the veterinarian’s ongoing responsibility to ensure patient safety and proper supervision, and the nurse’s duty to work within their scope of practice.

This is why it’s the best answer: it directly addresses how delegation works in practice, including boundaries and duty of care for both the veterinarian and the nurse. Other sections refer to different aspects of professional conduct, like general behavior or records and client communication, but they don’t specifically define delegation rules and supervisory duties.