The client who is on transmission precautions tries to leave the isolation room because of loneliness despite repeated instructions to remain in the room. Which should the nurse implement as a client advocate?

Question

1. Allow visitors to remove masks while in the client's room.
2. Set specific times when the nurse stays in the client's room.
3. Remind the client that the isolation is for the client's benefit.
4. Leave the door open slightly so the client can see into hallway.

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2. The nurse sets specific times to remain in the client's room as a client advocate to help improve loneliness from isolation by giving the client company periodically.
1. Visitors should not enter the room without a properly fitting respirator mask for their own protection against herpes zoster or shingles.
3. The nurse can remind the client about the purpose of isolation to help the client understand the plan of care.
4. The door cannot remain ajar because the risk of transmitting the infection is re-duced with the door closed.