The nurse wants to protect a client from developing an infection. Which action should the nurse take to break a link in the chain of infection?
1. Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing.
2. Place contaminated linens in a paper bag.
3. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) sparingly.
4. Wear gloves at all times.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Covering the mouth and nose when sneezing prevents airborne droplets from escaping into the air for others to contract in the chain of infection.
Rationale 2: Placing linens in a paper bag would allow germs to come out through the bag, and the linen would act as a fomite, thus allowing the chain to continue.
Rationale 3: PPE, according to OSHA standards, has to be used whenever the situation dictates, not sparingly.
Rationale 4: Gloves have to be worn but are to be changed between clients and hands washed.
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