The nurse is instructing a patient on ways to prevent the onset of infection. What should the nurse include in these instructions?
1. Wash the hands after using disposable tissues for nasal secretions.
2. Reuse disposable razors.
3. Take prescribed antibiotics until symptoms subside.
4. Do not limit interactions with people or crowds.
Correct Answer: 1
One way to reduce the spread of infection is to use disposable tissues for nasal secretions and wash the hands afterwards. Reusing disposable razors could cause an infection. Antibiotics should be taken as prescribed, not until symptoms subside. Limiting interactions with people and crowds is one way to reduce the spread of infection.
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