A nurse is working to reduce individual and family violence in the local community. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates a primary prevention strategy to achieve this goal?

The correct answer is Choice B because, don personal protective equipment. The nurse should protect herself first by putting on personal protective equipment to prevent contamination and further spread of the suspected bioterrorism agent.

Choice A is wrong because, report the client's condition to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, is incorrect as this is not the primary role of the nurse, and the client's condition should be reported to the local public health department. Choice C is wrong because, disinfect contaminated areas of skin with isopropyl alcohol, is incorrect as this is not a recommended treatment for bioterrorism-related illnesses, and the nurse should avoid touching the client or any contaminated items. Choice D is wrong because, move the client to a quarantine area, is incorrect as the nurse should not move the client, but instead limit contact with the client and follow established infection control protocols.

The correct answer is Choice C because, "Evaluate the client's home environment." Since the client has a new prosthesis, the priority is to evaluate the client's home environment for safety and accessibility. Collaborating with a prosthetist to teach the client about care of the prosthesis (Choice A is wrong because) is important, but not the priority at this stage. Determining eligibility for a skilled nursing facility (Choice B is wrong because) and asking about insurance coverage for home health services (Choice D is wrong because) are important considerations, but not the priority assessment in this situation.

Choice A is wrong because: Collaborating with a prosthetist to teach the client about care of the prosthesis is important, but not the priority at this stage.

Choice B is wrong because: Determining whether the client is eligible to go to a skilled nursing facility is an important consideration, but not the priority assessment in this situation.

Choice D is wrong because: Asking about insurance coverage for home health services is an important consideration, but not the priority assessment in this situation.