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Deast7027 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Surgical aseptic techniques are employed by a nurse when:

1. Inserting an intravenous catheter
2. Placing soiled linen in moisture-resistant bags
3. Disposing of syringes in puncture-proof containers
4. Washing hands before changing a dressing

Question 2

A nurse must display understanding of the mental implications of a client on isolation precautions when planning care to control the risk of:

1. Denial
2. Aggression
3. Regression
4. Isolation

frejo · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
Surgical asepsis should be used during procedures that require intentional perforation of the cli-ent's skin, such as with the insertion of IV catheters. The nurse is employing medical aseptic technique when placing soiled linen in moisture-resistant bags. The nurse is employing medical aseptic technique when disposing of syringes in puncture-proof containers. The nurse is employ-ing medical aseptic technique when washing hands before changing a dressing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
A sense of loneliness may develop because normal social relationships become disrupted. The nurse should plan care to control the risk of the client feeling isolated. Denial is not a risk related to isolation. Aggression is not a risk for the client on isolation precautions. Regression is not a risk related to isolation.