Author Question: The nurse is caring for a client with an open, draining wound. The appropriate precautions and PPE ... (Read 59 times)

ssal · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is caring for a client with an open, draining wound. The appropriate precautions and PPE for all client contact include: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Droplet precautions.
2. Surgical mask.
3. Gloves.
4. Airborne precautions.
5. Isolation gown.

Question 2

The nurse assesses the neonate for neural tube defects because the parents originate from:

1. Puerto Rico.
2. Iceland.
3. Hawaii.
4. Greece.

mbcrismon · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3,5
Rationale 1: Droplet precautions are required for respiratory infections with cough, and require a surgical mask within 3 feet of the client.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: Children of parents of Puerto Rican descent are at increased risk for neural tube defects, including spina bifida, anencephaly, and congenital hydrocephalus.