(1) The practical nurse shall contribute to the nursing assessment by:

(a) collecting, reporting, and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner. Data collection includes:

(i) observation about the condition or change in condition of the client; and

(ii) signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status.

(2) The practical nurse shall participate in the development of the strategy of care by:

(a) providing data;

(b) contributing to the identification of priorities;

(c) contributing to setting realistic and measurable goals; and

(d) assisting in the identification of measures to maintain comfort, support human functions and responses, maintain an environment conducive to well-being, and provide health teaching.

(3) The practical nurse shall participate in the implementation of the strategy of care by:

(a) providing care for clients under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, dentist, osteopath, or podiatrist;

(b) providing an environment conducive to safety and health;

(c) documenting nursing interventions and responses to care; and

(d) communicating nursing interventions and responses to care to appropriate members of the health team.

(4) The practical nurse shall contribute to the evaluation of the responses of individuals or groups to nursing interventions.

(5) Evaluation data shall be documented and communicated to appropriate members of the health team.

(6) The practical nurse shall contribute to the modification of the strategy of care on the basis of the evaluation.