A nurse is planning care for a child with HIV. The nurse selects risk for infection as a priority nursing diagnosis for this client
Which of the following interventions does the nurse plan to help the child meet the expected outcome? (Select all that apply) 1. Assess the health status of sibling visitors
2. Teach handwashing techniques to the family
3. Give frequent baths to the family dog
4. Provide ample fresh fruits and vegetables
5. Teach proper food handling techniques to the family
1. Assess the health status of sibling visitors
2. Teach handwashing techniques to the family
5. Teach proper food handling techniques to the family
Rationale:
A child with HIV is at risk for a myriad of bacterial, viral, fungal, and opportunistic infections because of the effect of the virus on the immune system. The nurse teaches the family to keep those who have symptoms of illness away from the child and also instructs them in proper hand-washing technique food handling to prevent infection. If there are pets, they should be kept outside as they are a source of infection to the child. Fresh fruits and vegetables are not recommended for a client with a depressed immune system.
You might also like to view...
Your patient has a partial-thickness burn wound that is being treated with porcine xenograft (pigskin). Frozen and then thawed pigskin is used at your institution. The nurse knows that pigskin is removed in 5 to 7 days because
a. of infection. b. of lack of blood supply. c. it is a temporary covering to allow the wound to heal. d. it cannot not be used with silver sulfadiazine.
The nurse educator is conducting a seminar at an assisted living village regarding the importance of staying active after the age of 65. Which statements are appropriate for the nurse to include in the seminar?
Select all that apply. 1. "Participating in activities enhances your ability to remain productive." 2. "Older adults who lack intellectual challenges may demonstrate cognitive declines." 3. "Slowing down as you age will increase your quality of life." 4. "Retirement will promote rest and relaxation." 5. "It is important for older adults to have opportunities to develop and maintain friendships."
A nurse who encounters a mercury spill should:
a. vacuum the spill. b. open interior doors. c. close all outside windows. d. open any outside windows.
The spouse of a 77-year-old patient expresses concern about the patient and states, "His mind seems to be going. He can't remember where he puts things
" Which of the following assessment tools would you administer to obtain further data on his cognitive functions? a. Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) b. Folstein Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) c. Life Experiences Survey d. Recent Life Changes Questionnaire