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The task of assisting with placing the client onto the stretcher for transport to the surgical suite can be appropriately delegated to assistive personnel. This task involves mobility and physical support, which assistive personnel are trained to perform. It ensures the patient's safety and comfort while transferring them, allowing the registered nurse to focus on more complex tasks involved in preoperative care.

The other tasks involve higher levels of knowledge and skills. For example, reviewing the surgical consent with the patient requires an understanding of the procedure and the ability to verify that the patient comprehends their rights, which is a responsibility reserved for licensed nursing staff. Similarly, administering preoperative medications involves critical assessment and nursing judgment, including the need to monitor the patient's response, making it inappropriate for unlicensed personnel. Lastly, explaining the surgical procedure to the patient requires a thorough understanding of the details, risks, and benefits of the surgery, which is beyond the scope of assistive personnel training. Thus, the only suitable task for delegation is the physical assistance during transport.