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ATI RN Community health 2019 ( 57 Questions)
A community health nurse encounters a client who has a suspected bioterrorismrelated illness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
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If a nurse encounters a client with a suspected bioterrorism-related illness, the first action should be to don personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes a mask, gloves, gown, and eye protection.
If a nurse encounters a client with a suspected bioterrorism-related illness, the first action should be to don personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes a mask, gloves, gown, and eye protection. Moving the client to a quarantine area (choice A) may be necessary, but it should come after the nurse has taken steps to protect themselves and others. Reporting the client's condition to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (choice B) is not the nurse's responsibility, but they should report the illness to their supervisor or public health department.