What infection control precaution is a client diagnosed with bacterial meningitis instituted?

Neutropenic precautions

Contact isolation

Universal precautions

Droplet isolation

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Neutropenic precautions are used for clients with compromised immune systems, such as those undergoing chemotherapy or bone marrow suppression. This is not appropriate for bacterial meningitis.

B. Contact isolation is used for infections that are transmitted through direct contact with the patient or their environment, such as MRSA or C. difficile. Bacterial meningitis, however, is spread through respiratory droplets.

C. Universal precautions refer to standard infection control practices (like hand hygiene and wearing gloves) that apply to all patients, but specific precautions are needed for certain infections like bacterial meningitis.

D. Droplet isolation is necessary for bacterial meningitis, as it is transmitted via respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing, or talking. This isolation prevents the spread of the infection to others in close proximity.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. 700: This is incorrect, check the calculation in choice D rationale
B. 660: This is incorrect, check the calculation in choice D rationale

C. 900: This is incorrect, check the calculation in choice D rationale
D. To calculate the total intake, we need to convert all fluid measurements to milliliters (mL) and then add them together:

- Coffee: 240 mL

- Milk: 60 mL

- Apple juice: 120 mL

- Broth: 8 oz = 240 mL (1 oz = 30 mL)

- Water: 10 oz = 300 mL (1 oz = 30 mL)

Now, add them together:

240 mL (coffee) + 60 mL (milk) + 120 mL (apple juice) + 240 mL (broth) + 300 mL (water) = 960 mL.

Thus, the total intake is 960 mL, which corresponds to D.

A. Dopamine B. Norepinephrine C. Serotonin D. Glutamate

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter that is decreased in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is characterized by the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, leading to motor symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia. Levodopa, a precursor to dopamine, is used to increase dopamine levels in the brain and alleviate symptoms.

B. Norepinephrine is involved in mood regulation and other functions, but it is not the primary neurotransmitter involved in Parkinson's disease.

C. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that affects mood, sleep, and appetite, but it is not the primary neurotransmitter involved in Parkinson's disease.

D. Glutamate is an excitatory neurotransmitter, but its role is more related to other conditions like neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, rather than Parkinson's disease.

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What infection control precaution is a client diagnosed with bacterial meningitis instituted?

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For the 0700 to 1500 shift, the patient drinks 240 mL of coffee, 60 mL of milk, and 120 mL of apple juice at breakfast. For lunch, the patient takes 8 oz of broth and drinks 10 oz of water for the shift. What is the total intake for the 0700 to 1500 shift?

Correct Answer is B

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Correct Answer is A

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