The facility risk management team is preparing an in-service to nursing staff members. The presentation will highlight risk factor increase related directly to the type of clientele on a nursing unit
The presenter will correctly explain that which of the following risks is increased for female nurses who work on an oncology care unit?
A) Back injuries
B) Bloodborne pathogens
C) Adverse reproduction
D) Neurologic disorders
Ans: C
Feedback:
Common risks in health care facilities are exposure to bloodborne pathogens from stick injuries via used needles, back injuries caused by heavy lifting, and potential adverse reproductive outcomes as a result of overexposure to antineoplastic medications. On oncology divisions, the nurse is continually exposed to antineoplastic agents.
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