Which intervention will the nurse use to break the chain of infection by eliminating the reservoir?
1. Ensure that all antibiotics are taken properly and only when needed, to avoid creation of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms.
2. Avoid coughing or sneezing without covering the mouth.
3. Use sterile technique for invasive procedures.
4. Change dressings and bandages when they are soiled or wet.
Correct Answer: 4
Moist dressings create ideal reservoirs for the growth of microorganisms. Ensuring antibiotics are taken properly breaks the chain by reducing growth of new etiologic agents. Covering the mouth when coughing or sneezing reduces the portal of exit, whereas following sterile technique for invasive procedures reduces the portal of entry.
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