A nurse is admitting a child who has erythema infectiosum. Which of the following transmission-based precautions should the nurse initiate?
Droplet
Airborne
Contact
Protective environment
The Correct Answer is A
A. Erythema infectiosum (also known as Fifth Disease) is transmitted via respiratory droplets, so droplet precautions are appropriate.
B. Airborne precautions are not required for erythema infectiosum as it is not spread via airborne transmission.
C. Contact precautions are typically used for infections that spread via direct contact, not for erythema infectiosum.
D. Protective environment precautions are typically used for immunocompromised patients, which is not necessary for erythema infectiosum.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. The anesthesiologist would typically explain their role, but the primary responsibility for explaining the procedure lies with the provider performing it.
B. If a guardian does not understand the procedure, the nurse should notify the provider to ensure that the guardian receives a full explanation. The provider is responsible for clarifying any misunderstandings regarding the procedure.
C. While the nurse can provide general information, the provider must explain the details of the procedure to ensure informed consent is obtained.
D. The nurse should not witness the consent unless the guardian fully understands and consents to the procedure.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Newborn's eyes should be protected from direct phototherapy light, but they do not need to be checked every 8 hours specifically.
B. Monitoring the newborn's temperature is essential to ensure that the phototherapy is not causing overheating or hypothermia.
C. Placing mittens on the newborn’s hands may be unnecessary unless they are scratching or disrupting the phototherapy.
D. Applying lotion may interfere with the phototherapy and should be avoided, as it could create a barrier to the light therapy.
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