The nurse is aware that the use of ethylene oxide gas is reserved for the sterilization of:

Dressings.

Surgical instruments.

Floors and walls.

Heat sensitive items.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale

Dressings are typically sterilized using steam or other standard methods, not ethylene oxide gas, which is reserved for materials that are sensitive to heat and moisture.

Choice B rationale

Surgical instruments are commonly sterilized using steam autoclaving, which is highly effective and efficient.

Choice C rationale

Floors and walls do not require sterilization with ethylene oxide gas; standard cleaning and disinfection methods are sufficient.

Choice D rationale

Heat-sensitive items require ethylene oxide gas sterilization because it is effective at low temperatures without damaging delicate materials.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Requiring the use of a facemask by nursing staff is not sufficient alone as a nursing intervention for a surgical incision and IV line access. Comprehensive infection control measures are needed.

Choice B rationale

Maintaining "clean" technique is important, but "sterile" technique would be more appropriate for wound dressing changes and IV site care to prevent infection.

Choice C rationale

Assessing and documenting skin condition around the incision and IV site at each shift is correct because it helps in early identification of signs of infection, ensuring timely intervention.

Choice D rationale

Limiting visitors to immediate family may help reduce infection exposure, but it does not address the primary nursing intervention for monitoring and caring for the surgical incision and IV site.

A. Suctioning a tracheotomy. B. Changing a baby’s diaper. C. Applying a dressing on the leg. D. Gathering the linens off a contaminated bed.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Suctioning a tracheotomy involves contact with respiratory secretions which can be infectious. Protective eyewear is necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious fluids.

Choice B rationale

Changing a baby’s diaper involves exposure to feces and urine, but does not usually require protective eyewear as splashing is not common.

Choice C rationale

Applying a dressing on the leg generally does not involve significant risk of splashes or sprays to the eyes, making protective eyewear unnecessary.

Choice D rationale

Gathering linens off a contaminated bed poses some risk of contamination, but typically does not involve splashes or sprays that would necessitate protective eyewear.

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The nurse is aware that the use of ethylene oxide gas is reserved for the sterilization of:

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A patient has a nursing diagnosis of infection, related to inadequate primary defenses, as evidenced by surgical incision and intravenous (IV) line access. An appropriate nursing intervention for this patient is to:

Correct Answer is C

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The situation in which protective eyewear is required is:

Correct Answer is A

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