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after assisting a newly admitted client with removing their shoes and outerwear, the RN
notices her hands are soiled. what is the next step? - CORRECT ANSWER-wash hands
with soap and water
what is the rationale for rubbing hands together until they are dry when using an
alcohol-based gel? - CORRECT ANSWER-drying provides the full antiseptic effect
after completing a procedure that required PPE, which should the RN remove first? -
CORRECT ANSWER-gloves
considered the most contaminated
RN is caring for a pt with pneumonia on droplet precautions. what action is necessary? -
CORRECT ANSWER-protecting eyes (either goggles or face shield)
RN is caring for a client who has HAI. which of the following describes an exogenous
HAI? - CORRECT ANSWER-salmonella infection that occurs after eating contaminated
food from the cafeteria
RN is irrigating an open wound. what PPE (beside gloves) is needed? - CORRECT
ANSWER-face shield
what should the RN do to maintain standard precautions? - CORRECT ANSWER-
disinfect hands immediately after removing gloves
, which is important when washing hands with soap and water? - CORRECT ANSWER-
wash for at least 20 seconds
what is an advantage of using alcohol-based gel? - CORRECT ANSWER-takes less
time to use than washing with soap and water
exogenous HAI = infection acquired from pathogens found outside the client's body
iatrogenic HAI = infection that results from a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure
what can affect the permeability of latex gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER-petroleum-
based hand lotion
contact precautions should be implemented for someone hospitalized for..... -
CORRECT ANSWER-infectious diarrhea (c. diff)
RN is teaching a newly licensed RN about providing oral hygiene for pts who are
unconscious. which statement indicates an understanding of the teaching? - CORRECT
ANSWER-"I'll swab the pt's mouth with chlorhexidine"
prevents microbial build-up
NOT using glycerin swabs bc astringent and dries mouth
RN is planning AM hygiene care for a post-op pt. which action should the RN take? -
CORRECT ANSWER-ask the pt in what order they typically perform their morning
routine