The nurse is caring for a client with hepatitis A. Which ...

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The nurse is caring for a client with hepatitis A. Which technique should the nurse use to promote proper hand-washing technique with this client?
 
  1. Allow the water to splatter forcibly when it is turned on.
  2. Clean the faucet after use.
  3. Hold the hands upward under the faucet.
  4. Use approximately a teaspoon of soap.

Question 2

The nurse wants to protect a client from developing an infection. Which action should the nurse take to break a link in the chain of infection?
 
  1. Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing.
  2. Place contaminated linens in a paper bag.
  3. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) sparingly.
  4. Wear gloves at all times.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: When the water is turned on, it should be adjusted so it does not splatter even if the flow is not very forceful.
Rationale 2: Cleaning the faucet after use would defeat the whole purpose of washing the hands. If the sink needs cleaning, clean it before washing the hands.
Rationale 3: Holding the hands upward under the faucet is incorrect. They should be held downward so the soap, germs, and water are washed downward from the hands and down the sink.
Rationale 4: Approximately 1 teaspoon of soap should be used when performing proper hand-washing technique.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Covering the mouth and nose when sneezing prevents airborne droplets from escaping into the air for others to contract in the chain of infection.
Rationale 2: Placing linens in a paper bag would allow germs to come out through the bag, and the linen would act as a fomite, thus allowing the chain to continue.
Rationale 3: PPE, according to OSHA standards, has to be used whenever the situation dictates, not sparingly.
Rationale 4: Gloves have to be worn but are to be changed between clients and hands washed.

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