The client is found to have methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following is an appropriate isolation procedure for the nurse to implement when working with this client?
a. Leave all linen in the client's room.
b. Place specimen containers in appropriate bags for transport.
c. Wipe the stethoscope before removing it from the room.
d. Remove the mask and goggles first when leaving the client's room.
B
Specimen containers should be placed for transport in appropriate bags, often plastic, with a label on the outside of the bag.
Linen should be placed in an impervious linen bag and may be removed from the client's room. Bags should be tied securely at the top with a knot.
For the client infected with MRSA, equipment remains in the room. After discharge or with the discontinuation of isolation, client care equipment is properly cleaned and reprocessed, and sin-gle-use items are discarded.
Gloves should be removed first when leaving the client's room.
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