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When performing hand hygiene using an antiseptic hand rub, the nurse would
continue to rub for how long?
Until the antiseptic has evaporated from the skin
For several minutes to allow the antiseptic to work
For about five seconds after applying the antiseptic
Until the hands are completely covered with the antiseptic - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Until the antiseptic has evaporated from the skin
The nurse is required to wear a gown, gloves, goggles, and mask as personal
protective equipment (PPE) when caring for an assigned patient. Which of the
following would the nurse put on first?
Gown
Gloves
Mask
Goggles - CORRECT ANSWERS-Gown
There is some question about the use of appropriate transmission-based
precautions when caring for a patient. Some of the nurses are wearing PPEs and
others are not. Which of the following would be most appropriate?
Consulting the agency's infection control manual
Asking the physician about the patient's condition.
Checking the medication record for use of antibiotics
,Checking with the other staff nurses on the unit. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Consulting the agency's infection control manual
The nurse is removing a gown after providing care to a patient. Which of the
following would the nurse do first?
Unfasten the ties at the neck and back
Pull the gown away from the body
Allow the gown to fall away from the shoulders
Turn the gown inside out - CORRECT ANSWERS-Unfasten the ties at the neck
and back
The nurse would appropriately choose an antiseptic hand rub to perform hand
hygiene for which situation?
When hands are not visibly soiled
When body fluids are on the hands
Before eating
After using the restroom - CORRECT ANSWERS-When hands are not visibly
soiled
A nursing instructor is preparing to teach a class on asepsis and hand hygiene.
Which of the following would the instructor include?
The sink is considered a contaminated surface.
Antiseptic hand rubs are less effective than soap and water
Bar soap is preferred over liquid soap for hand washing
A forceful stream of water helps remove microorganisms from the hand -
CORRECT ANSWERS-The sink is considered a contaminated surface.
,A nurse is providing nail care to clients admitted to a health care facility. The
nurse should know that which clients are most susceptible to nail problems?
Patients with diabetes
Patients with fever
Patients with diarrhea
Patients with sinusitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Patients with diabetes
The nurse is caring for a client who has an infection spread by respiratory
droplets and is under droplet precautions. The client asks, "Can my spouse visit
me?" Which response is correct?
"Yes, as long as your spouse wears a mask and stays at least 3 feet away from
you."
"No, the chance of spreading your infection to the community is too great."
"Yes, but only if your spouse stays outside of the room and speaks to you from
the doorway."
"No, the supplies used for this type of infection are too expensive to provide to
family members." - CORRECT ANSWERS-"Yes, as long as your spouse wears a
mask and stays at least 3 feet away from you."
When accessing a client's central line, a drop of the client's blood falls on the
nurse's gloved hand. What is the appropriate action by the nurse?
Perform hand hygiene after removing the gloves
Report the incident to the supervisor immediately
Have the patient tested for HIV and hepatitis C.
Follow agency policy of exposure to communicable infections - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Perform hand hygiene after removing the gloves
, A nurse is caring for a female client with diarrhea. What instruction should the
nurse give the client with regard to perineal hygiene?
Clean the perineal area from the front to the back
Bathe with a mild soap and water
Wash the perineal area with cold water
Wash hands with cold water after visiting the toilet - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Clean the perineal area from the front to the back
The nurse is reviewing discharge instructions for a client who was prescribed an
antibiotic. Which statement by the client would require further teaching?
"Once I start feeling better, I should stop taking the antibiotic."
"If I develop a rash, I will contact my healthcare provider."
"I have a bacterial infection that requires an antibiotic."
I should avoid sharing my antibiotic with my spouse." - CORRECT
ANSWERS-"Once I start feeling better, I should stop taking the antibiotic."
The nurse is assisting a patient with daily hygiene practices. What is the most
important benefit of this interaction as it related to nursing care?
The nurse has the opportunity to observe the patient.
The patient is well groomed.
The nurse has an opportunity to influence the patient's hygiene practices.
The patient is ready to receive visitors. - CORRECT ANSWERS-The nurse has
the opportunity to observe the patient.
The patient is well groomed.