Author Question: A client with pneumonia has a repeat chest X-ray in the radiology department. The nurse places which ... (Read 31 times)

burchfield96 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A client with pneumonia has a repeat chest X-ray in the radiology department. The nurse places which of the following on the client for transport?

a. a face shield c. an N-95 respirator
b. a surgical mask d. gloves and a gown

Question 2

Which characteristic is associated with hospitals established during the rule of the Roman Empire?

a. They advocated that nurses provide clients with clean air and light.
b. They established formal training for caregivers.
c. They were staffed mostly by paid male nurses and male assistants.
d. They were primarily charitable institutions housed in monasteries and convents.

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

Answer to Question 1

B
Droplet precautions are instituted for clients known or suspected to have illnesses spread by large particle droplets, such as meningitis, pneumonia, mumps, or influenza. Droplet precautions include placing the client in a private room if possible, or maintenance of at least 3 feet from other clients or visitors; having staff wear masks when within 3 feet of the client; and limiting client transport, with the client wearing a surgical mask.

Answer to Question 2

D
The first hospitals were established in the Eastern Roman Empire. Fabiola was responsible for introducing these hospitals. They were primarily charitable institutions housed in monasteries and convents.