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A client is admitted with watery diarrhea and suspected Clostridioides difficile. Which infection control measure is the priority for the nurse to implement?
Show answer →Contact Precautions are mandatory. Priority: Hand hygiene must be performed with soap and water\, not alcohol-based rubs\, as spores are resistant to alcohol. PPE includes gloves and gown. Dedicated equipment (stethoscope\, BP cuff) should stay in the room. Disinfect surfaces with bleach-based solutions. NCLEX Tip: Look for soap and water as the specific differentiator for C. diff and Norovirus. Alcohol-based sanitizers are ineffective against these specific spores.
The nurse is preparing to enter a room to perform a sterile dressing change on a patient with a large MRSA-infected wound. In what order should the nurse don PPE?
Show answer →The standard donning sequence is: 1. Gown, 2. Mask or respirator, 3. Goggles or face shield, 4. Gloves. Rationale: The gown is donned first to provide full torso coverage. The mask and eye protection are secured before the gloves to ensure the gloves (the most sterile or clean part of the PPE) cover the gown cuffs. NCLEX Tip: Remember G-M-G-G (Gown, Mask, Goggles, Gloves). In nursing exams, the sequence is designed to prevent contamination of the nurse's skin and clothing.
When applying bilateral wrist restraints, which action by the nurse demonstrates adherence to current safety standards for physical restraint application?
Show answer →1. Use a quick-release knot (half-bow) for emergency removal. 2. Attach the restraint straps to the movable part of the bed frame (not the side rails) to prevent injury when the bed head is adjusted. 3. Ensure two fingers can fit between the restraint and the patient's skin to prevent neurovascular compromise. 4. Position the patient in a way that prevents aspiration (e.g., semi-Fowler's), never supine if there is a risk of vomiting. NCLEX Pearl: Never tie restraints to side rails; if the rail is lowered, the restraint could cause a fracture or dislocation. Always check for a quick-release mechanism.
During a home safety assessment for a client with Parkinson's disease, which recommendation is most important? A) Install a raised toilet seat with handrails. B) Use a bath sponge with a long handle. C) Set the water heater to 130°F. D) Place a colorful rug in front of the sink.
Show answer →Answer: A. Parkinson's affects mobility and balance due to bradykinesia and rigidity. A raised toilet seat reduces the effort required to sit and stand, while handrails provide essential stability during transitions. Rationales: C is a burn risk (water should be <120°F). D is a trip hazard. B is helpful for hygiene but less critical for fall prevention than A. Strategy: Connect the specific pathology (Parkinson's) to the specific safety deficit (mobility/balance).
Multiple victims arrive at the ED following a dirty bomb explosion. Which victim should be prioritized for immediate medical intervention before decontamination?
Show answer →The victim with life-threatening traumatic injuries (e.g., tension pneumothorax) who is also contaminated. Rationale: In a radiation emergency, life-saving medical stabilization (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) takes precedence over decontamination if the injuries are immediately fatal. However, staff must use high-level PPE. If injuries are stable, decontamination happens first. Exam Tip: This is a triage exception. Usually, decon is first, but ABCs always win in critical instability.
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