The nurse is beginning a physical examination with a client. For which examination should the nurse apply gloves?
1. The client's eyes
2. The client's scalp
3. The client's breath sounds
4. The client's gait
Answer: 2
1. The client's eyes are checked without the nurse touching, so gloves are not worn unless there is obvious infected drainage.
2. When examining the hair and scalp, the nurse would wear gloves, as the client could have sores under the hair, or lice.
3. Unless the client has a respiratory infection, gloves are not necessary when auscultating the lungs.
4. The client's gait is checked by asking the client to walk around the room while the nurse observes. Gloves are not needed.
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