In which situation would using standard precautions be adequate? Select all that apply
a. While interviewing a client with a productive cough
b. While helping a client to perform his own hygiene care
c. While aiding a client to ambulate after surgery
d. While inserting a peripheral intravenous catheter
ANS: C, D
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The nurse is caring for an infant who has respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and who will receive ribavirin. The nurse expects to administer this drug by which route?
a. Inhalation b. Intramuscular c. Intravenous d. Oral
Which nursing assessment activities should be included for the child and family at each health-supervision visit?
1. Interview to obtain an updated health history. 2. Performing an age-appropriate development assessment. 3. Monitoring parents' ability to pay for services. 4. Performing age-appropriate screening examinations. 5. Physical assessment for genetic abnormalities.
While working with a male client and administering medications, the female nurse is approached sexually. The nurse should:
1. Have a male nurse assume care for this client 2. Immediately report the incident to the client's physician 3. Tell the client that his behavior is offensive and leave the room 4. Review and define the limits of a professional relationship for the client