A 72-year-old patient is status post right knee replacement. The patient has just been diagnosed with hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP). What is an important nursing measure for the prevention of HAP?
A) Providing emotional support
B) Giving antibiotics as ordered
C) Providing extra nutrition for the elderly patient
D) Providing anticipatory interventions
Ans: D
Feedback: Important nursing measures for prevention of HAP include providing anticipatory interventions and preventive care. This scenario is asking about prevention of HAP, not what to do after it occurs, so options A and B are incorrect. Providing extra nutrition is not a preventive measure for HAP.
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