A nurse is assisting in the care of a client suspected of having a tuberculosis infection. Which of the following personal protective equipment should the nurse wear when in the client's room?

A. "Let's review hormonal contraceptives first": Redirecting the conversation to hormonal contraceptives ignores the client’s expressed preference. Effective communication involves respecting client choices and supporting informed decision-making rather than pushing alternative methods first.

B. "I will provide you with more information about this": This response supports the client’s autonomy by offering information tailored to their expressed interest. Providing education about natural family planning, including techniques and effectiveness, allows the client to make an informed and empowered decision.

C. "Have you considered other alternatives": While exploring options is sometimes appropriate, immediately questioning the client's choice may feel dismissive. It is important to first respect and address the client's initial interest before introducing other possibilities if needed.

D. "Natural family planning is not beneficial for everyone.": Although this statement may be true in some cases, it is not an appropriate initial response. It risks discouraging the client prematurely rather than fostering an open, supportive discussion about how to use natural family planning effectively.

A. The nurse handled the sterile gauze with clean gloves on: Handling sterile gauze with clean, non-sterile gloves contaminates the gauze and compromises the sterile field. Sterile gloves or sterile instruments must be used to maintain sterility.

B. The nurse opened the package of gauze toward their body: Opening a sterile package toward the body increases the risk of contaminating the sterile field. The first flap should always be opened away from the body to maintain proper sterile technique.

C. The nurse placed a bottle of saline on the sterile field: Placing a non-sterile item, such as an unsterilized saline bottle, onto a sterile field contaminates the entire field. Only sterile items should touch the sterile field.

D. The nurse kept their hands above the waist during the dressing change: Maintaining hands above the waist is crucial in sterile technique. Anything held below waist level is considered contaminated, so this action shows proper understanding of maintaining sterility.