A nurse teaches a client about self-monitoring of blood glucose levels. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching to prevent bloodborne infections?
a. "Wash your hands after completing each test."
b. "Do not share your monitoring equipment."
c. "Blot excess blood from the strip with a cotton ball."
d. "Use gloves when monitoring your blood glucose."
ANS: B
Small particles of blood can adhere to the monitoring device, and infection can be transported from one user to another. Hepatitis B in particular can survive in a dried state for about a week. The client should be taught to avoid sharing any equipment, including the lancet holder. The client should be taught to wash his or her hands before testing. The client would not need to blot excess blood away from the strip or wear gloves.
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