The nurse is reviewing the diagnostic test results from the time of admission with the patient. Which statement indicates that the patient requires further education about the health problem, judging from the information provided?
1. "I have to be in isolation so that I won't infect anyone else."
2. "I'm surprised that the hospital has to report this to the health department."
3. "Adults have a worse time with the disease than kids do."
4. "Just go ahead and give me an antibiotic so that I can get on with my life."
Correct Answer: 4
This patient most likely has SARS. At this time, no medications have been shown to be consistently effective in treating SARS. Standard precautions are implemented along with contact and airborne precautions. Healthcare providers and public health personnel should report cases of SARS to state and local health departments. The disease is less severe in children than in adults.
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