Hygiene

A nurse is caring for a client who has bariatric care needs and has a rash between skinfolds. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Assist the client as needed to ensure proper hygiene is performed.

A nurse is teaching a client about the function of mucous membranes in protecting the body from pathogens. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

"The mucous membranes in the nose contain cilia that trap particles, preventing them from invading the body."

A nurse is discussing health promotion programs with a client. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

Health promotion programs emphasize behavior changes in relation to prevention of illness.

A nurse is caring for an older adult client whose caregiver reports that the client is resistant to bathing at home. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

"Give the client choices regarding their bathing preferences to encourage them to bathe."

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of a skin infection about the function of the skin in the body. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

"The skin contains Langerhans cells that kill pathogens."

A nurse is discussing the role of tooth enamel with a client. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the discussion?

Enamel protects the teeth from pathogens.

A nurse is reviewing the anatomy of the skin with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include as a characteristic of the epidermis?

The epidermis consists of squamous epithelial cells.

A nurse is caring for a client who has right-sided hemiplegia following a stroke. Which of the following should the nurse consider when caring for this client?

The nurse should have the client remove clothing from the unaffected side first.

A nurse is caring for a client who practices a religion the nurse is not familiar with. Which of the following actions should the nurse take

Discuss with the client their individual perspective on health and illness.

A nurse is reviewing information about the structure and function of the nails with a client. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

The cuticle of the nail forms a barrier to prevent infections.

A nurse is reviewing a list of client care tasks with another nurse. In which of the following scenarios should the nurse plan to use soap and water to perform hand hygiene? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse's hands become visibly soiled. The nurse removes the meal tray of a client who has infectious diarrhea. The nurse empties the urinal of a client who has Clostridium difficile.

A nurse is performing nail hygiene on a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Trim the nails straight across.

A nurse is reviewing information about performing oral hygiene with an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following information should the nurse include?

"Clean the tongue with the toothbrush or tongue scraper during oral hygiene."

A nurse is teaching the importance of handwashing to a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse make about hand hygiene in a health care setting?

"Effective handwashing can decrease hospital infection rates."

A charge nurse is reviewing oral care and hygiene practices with another nurse for a client who has glaucoma. Which of the following information should the charge nurse include?

The nurse should educate the client and caregivers about the importance of routine dental visits to maintain oral health.

A nurse is planning care for a client who has incontinence. Which of the following information should the nurse consider when providing skin care for the client?

Urinary incontinence can cause a yeast infection.

A nurse is reviewing oral hygiene practices with an assistive personnel. Which of the following should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

A fluoride mouthwash should be used to promote oral health. The teeth should be brushed twice daily for 2 min. Poor oral hygiene can lead to gingivitis. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush for brushing the teeth.

A nurse is performing foot care for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Use a towel to completely dry between the toes.

A nurse is performing a bed bath for a client. Which of the following should the nurse remember when preparing to bathe the client?

Washing the client in bed is less effective than taking a shower.

A nurse is reviewing handwashing skills with a newly licensed nurse. In which order should the nurse plan to perform this task using soap and water? (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use all the steps.)

Wet hands with warm water is the first step. Apply the amount of soap recommended by the manufacture Rub hands together vigorously for at least 15 seconds is the third step. Rinse hands with water Use a disposable towel to dry Use a towel to turn off the faucet