A patient comes to the clinic with a complaint of painful, itchy feet. On interview, the patient tells the nurse that he is a college student living in a dormitory apartment that he shares with five other students
What teaching should the nurse provide for this patient?
a. "Don't eat with the other students."
b. "Avoid sharing razors and other personal items."
c. "Have a complete blood count (CBC) checked monthly."
d. "Disinfect showers and bathroom floors weekly after use."
ANS: B
Avoidance of sharing personal items like razors and hairbrushes can decrease the spread of pathogens that cause inflammation and infection. Not eating with the others in his college apartment won't relieve or prevent the spread of infection. A CBC monthly will not treat or prevent inflammation. Showers should be disinfected before and after each use.
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