The school nurse is planning to teach a group of school-age children on cough etiquette. What should the nurse emphasize with these students?
a. Sneeze into hands if a tissue is not available.
b. Place used tissues in back packs or pockets of clothing.
c. Wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds after blowing the nose.
d. Move 1 foot away from another person when having to sneeze or cough.
ANS: C
The nurse should instruct the students to wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds especially after blowing the nose. A. Sneezing should be into the upper sleeve and not the hands. B. Used tissues should be placed in the waste basket. D. For droplet precautions, the distance is 3 feet so the students should be instructed to move at least 3 feet away from another person when sneezing.
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