Chapter 71 AH1
A nurse implements aseptic technique as a means to break the chain of infection at which element?
Portal of entry
Which is the usual incubation period (from infection to first symptom) for AIDS?
10 years
A client is admitted with bacterial meningitis. Which hospital room is the best choice for this client?
An isolation room three doors from the nurses' station
The nurse observes a nursing assistant leave the room of client diagnosed with Clostridium difficile infection without washing hands. Which is the priority action by the nurse?
Have the nursing assistant wash hands with soap and water
A client admitted with bacterial meningitis must be transported to the radiology department for a repeat computed tomography scan of the head. His level of consciousness is decreased, and he requires nasopharyngeal suctioning before transport. Which infection control measures are best when caring for this client?
Put on gloves, a mask, and eye protection during suctioning, and then apply a mask to the client's face for transport.
