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The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with Clostridium difficile. This client should be placed on which type of precautions?

Neutropenic

Airborne

Contact

Droplet

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Neutropenic precautions are for immunocompromised clients to prevent infections.

B. Airborne precautions are for pathogens spread through the air.

C. Contact precautions prevent the spread of infections through direct or indirect contact.

D. Droplet precautions are for pathogens spread through large droplets.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Incontinence briefs are appropriate for overnight use but do not encourage independence in bladder management during the day.

B. Providing easy-to-remove clothing is a practical intervention that enhances the client's independence in managing toileting, especially if they have cognitive impairments. It ensures that the client can quickly respond to the urge to urinate.

C. Explaining the use of a call bell is helpful but may not be the most appropriate approach for a cognitively-impaired client who may forget or struggle with communication.

D. Asking the client every two hours if they need to urinate is helpful but may not be as effective as providing easy access to clothing for quick toileting.

A. raising the right leg on pillows B. reducing activity. C. applications of ice to the right ankle. D. applying traction to the right leg. E. use of an ACE bandage or other wrap

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","E"]

Explanation

A. Elevating the leg helps reduce swelling by promoting venous return and decreasing fluid accumulation.

B. Reducing activity helps prevent further injury and allows the healing process to begin.

C. Applying ice helps reduce swelling and pain in the acute phase of a sprain.

D. Traction is typically not used for a sprained ankle unless there is a fracture or more severe injury, which is not typical for sprains.

E. An ACE bandage or wrap provides compression, which helps control swelling and supports the injured area.

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The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with Clostridium difficile. This client should be placed on which type of precautions?

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Correct Answer is B

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