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dejastew

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A client with human immune deficiency virus is admitted to the hospital with fever, night sweats, and severe cough. Laboratory results include a CD4+ cell count of 180/mm3 and a negative tuberculosis (TB) skin test 4 days ago. What action should the nurse
 
  a. Initiate Droplet Precautions for the client.
  b. Notify the provider about the CD4+ results.
  c. Place the client under Airborne Precautions.
  d. Use Standard Precautions to provide care.

Question 2

The nurse providing direct client care uses specific practices to reduce the chance of acquiring infection with human immune deficiency virus (HIV) from clients. Which practice is most effective?
 
  a. Consistent use of Standard Precautions
  b. Double-gloving before body fluid exposure
  c. Labeling charts and armbands HIV+
  d. Wearing a mask within 3 feet of the client



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Since this client's CD4+ cell count is low, he or she may have anergy, or the inability to mount an immune response to the TB test. The nurse should first place the client on Airborne Precautions to prevent the spread of TB if it is present. Next the nurse notifies the provider about the low CD4+ count and requests alterative testing for TB. Droplet Precautions are not used for TB. Standard Precautions are not adequate in this case.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
According to The Joint Commission, the most effective preventative measure to avoid HIV exposure is consistent use of Standard Precautions. Double-gloving is not necessary. Labeling charts and armbands in this fashion is a violation of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Wearing a mask within 3 feet of the client is part of Airborne Precautions and is not necessary with every client contact.




dejastew

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM


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