A 21-year-old male who has been an IV heroin user has been experiencing fever, weight loss, and diarrhea and has been diagnosed as having AIDS. At this time, he has a low-grade fever, severe diarrhea, and a productive cough
He is admitted with Pneumocystis jiroveci. What should the nurse do when caring for the patient?
a.
Use a gown, mask, and gloves when assisting the patient with his bath
b.
Wear a gown when assisting the patient to use the bedpan
c.
Use a gown, mask, and gloves to administer oral medications
d.
Use a mask when taking the patient's temperature
ANS: A
The use of Standard Precautions and body substance isolation has been shown not only to reduce the risk of blood-borne pathogens, but also to reduce the risk of transmission of other disease between the patient and the health care worker.
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