A nurse is planning the discharge of an infant who has tetralogy of Fallot. The nurse anticipates the need for which of the following equipment?

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A. Hospice care improves quality of life through palliative care - This is a central aspect of hospice care, focusing on pain and symptom management to enhance the patient's comfort and quality of life.

B. Hospice care provides 24-hr, in-home care - While hospice care may provide support, it typically does not offer around-the-clock care in the home.

C. Hospice care is intended to postpone death - Hospice care aims to provide comfort and support in the final stages of life, not to postpone death.

D. Hospice care encourages the family to coordinate health care services - While family

involvement is important, hospice care typically involves a coordinated interdisciplinary team rather than relying solely on family for coordination.

A. Hydrogen peroxide is not recommended for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood as it is not as effective as other agents and may not adequately disinfect surfaces.

B. Isopropyl alcohol can be effective for disinfecting surfaces contaminated with blood, but it is less effective against certain bloodborne pathogens like hepatitis B virus compared to chlorine bleach.

C. Chlorine bleach is an effective agent for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood and is recommended by CDC guidelines for disinfecting against bloodborne pathogens.

D. Chlorhexidine is primarily used as a skin antiseptic and is not typically used for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood.