A client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of aplastic anemia and placed on isolation. The nurse notices a family member entering the room without applying the appropriate apparel. The…

The correct answer is C. The client is at extreme risk of acquiring infections. (A) Although clients with a compromised immune system may acquire infections, the primary emphasis is on protecting the client. (B, D) Most people are aware of the guidelines once they see posted signs, so quoting regulations is not likely to result in consistent adherence to…

Safe and Effective Care Environment: Safety and Infection Control

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A client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of aplastic anemia and placed on isolation. The nurse notices a family member entering the room without applying the appropriate apparel. The nurse will approach the family member using the following information as a basis for discussion:

Options

AThe risks of exposure of the visitor to infectious organisms is great.
BHospital regulations mandate that everyone in the facility adhere to appropriate codes.
CThe client is at extreme risk of acquiring infections.
DAdherence to the guidelines are the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

How the community answered

(27 responses)

A
7% (2)
B
15% (4)
C
74% (20)
D
4% (1)

Explanation

(A) Although clients with a compromised immune system may acquire infections, the primary emphasis is on protecting the client. (B, D) Most people are aware of the guidelines once they see posted signs, so quoting regulations is not likely to result in consistent adherence to regulations. (C) Clients with aplastic anemia have white cell counts of 2000 or lower, making them more vulnerable to infections from others.

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#aplastic anemia#infection risk#isolation precautions#immunocompromised

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