Which option is NOT one of the five rights of delegation?

• A. Right task
• B. Right circumstance
• C. Right person
• D. Right time

Answer: (D)

In delegation, you ensure safe, effective task sharing by matching the task to the right person in the right circumstances, with clear directions and proper supervision. The five rights are: the task is appropriate to delegate, the circumstances are appropriate for delegation, the person has the right competence to perform the task, the direction and communication are clear, and there is appropriate supervision and evaluation afterward. Time as its own category isn’t one of these five rights. So, Right time isn’t considered a separate right in the standard delegation framework. In practice, timing matters, but it’s addressed within the context of the other rights—ensuring the task fits the patient’s needs, the setting, and the supervisor’s plan.