A nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient who practices Islam. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?

Step 1: Convert All Fluid Intake to Milliliters (mL)

To accurately record the patient's fluid intake, first, convert each fluid measurement to milliliters:

• 1 cup of coffee = 240 mL
• 4 oz of orange juice = 118.3 mL
• 3 oz of water = 88.7 mL
• 1 cup of flavored gelatin = 236.6 mL
• 1 cup of tea = 240 mL
• 5 oz of broth = 147.9 mL
• 3 oz of water (another serving) = 88.7 mL

Step 2: Calculate Total Fluid Intake

Add all the converted fluid amounts together:

• Total fluid intake = 240 mL (coffee) + 118.3 mL (orange juice) + 88.7 mL (water) + 236.6 mL (gelatin) + 240 mL (tea) + 147.9 mL (broth) + 88.7 mL (water) = 1,160.2 mL

Step 3: Round to the Nearest Whole Number

Round the total to the nearest whole number:

• Rounded total = 1,160 mL

The nurse should record 1,160 mL on the patient’s chart.

Choice A rationale

While gloves are part of the standard personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers, they are not specifically required for droplet precautions when preparing a patient’s meal tray.

Choice B rationale

Goggles are not specifically required for droplet precautions when preparing a patient’s meal tray. They are typically used to protect the eyes during procedures that may generate splashes of blood, body fluids, secretions, or excretions.

Choice C rationale

A gown is not specifically required for droplet precautions when preparing a patient’s meal tray. Gowns are typically used during procedures that may generate splashes of blood, body fluids, secretions, or excretions.

Choice D rationale

A mask is required for droplet precautions. Droplets that are generated by the patient can be inhaled by individuals who are within close proximity. Wearing a mask can help to prevent the inhalation of these droplets.