A nurse is reinforcing teaching about home infection prevention with a client who is HIV positive. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

I will disinfect contaminated hard surfaces with a mixture of one part peroxide to 10 parts water.

I will place used sharp items in an empty cereal box for disposal.

I will put soiled dressings in a tied plastic bag before placing them in the trash.

I will use animal-skin condoms when having sex.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

The correct answer is C. Putting soiled dressings in a tied plastic bag before placing them in the trash reduces the risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens for anyone who handles the trash.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

The correct answer is A. Fruity breath odor. This is caused by the presence of acetone, a byproduct of fat metabolism, in the breath. Diabetic ketoacidosis is a condition where the body cannot use glucose as a fuel source due to insulin deficiency or resistance, and resorts to breaking down fat for energy, resulting in ketone production and acidosis. Clammy skin, bounding pulse and elevated blood pressure are signs of a hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state (HHS), another complication of diabetes that is characterized by severe dehydration and hyperglycemia without significant ketosis or acidosis.

A. "Playing music will increase my husband's alertness." B. "I will discontinue music therapy when my husband is no longer responsive." C. "My husband won't need medication for breakthrough pain while using music therapy. D. "Music will distract my husband's awareness of the pain."

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

The correct answer is D. Music will distract my husband's awareness of the pain. Music therapy can help reduce pain perception by providing a pleasant distraction and

stimulating endorphin release.

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A nurse is reinforcing teaching about home infection prevention with a client who is HIV positive. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

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Correct Answer is A

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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the partner of a client who is receiving hospice care about music therapy for pain management. Which of the following statements by the partner indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Correct Answer is D

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