Infection control can present a challenge to the home care nurse, especially with clients who have open wounds. Important client teaching by the nurse must include:
A)
avoiding contact with the open wound.
B)
prohibiting family members to change dressings.
C)
hand washing and proper disposal of waste.
D)
documentation of wound care procedures.
C
Explanation:
A)
Effective hand washing and waste disposal are of paramount importance to infection control. Clients may have contact with their own wounds and family members are taught to do the dressing changes. Documentation is important, but a not a part of infection control.
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B)
Effective hand washing and waste disposal are of paramount importance to infection control. Clients may have contact with their own wounds and family members are taught to do the dressing changes. Documentation is important, but a not a part of infection control.
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C)
Effective hand washing and waste disposal are of paramount importance to infection control. Clients may have contact with their own wounds and family members are taught to do the dressing changes. Documentation is important, but a not a part of infection control.
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D)
Effective hand washing and waste disposal are of paramount importance to infection control. Clients may have contact with their own wounds and family members are taught to do the dressing changes. Documentation is important, but a not a part of infection control.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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