Infection

The nurse is admitting an 88-year old client diagnosed with a viral skin infection. Which nursing task could the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel?

• measure and document the client's skin lesions

• apply antihistamine cream to the lotions

• set up isolation equipment for the client

• determine if the client has prepared an advance directive

The client with viral skin lesions is experiencing pruritus. Which statement would be an appropriate long-term goal?

• the client will refrain from scratching the skin

• the client will maintain intact skin integrity

• the client will have relief from itching

• the client will not develop a secondary bacterial infection

The nurse has received a.m. shift report. Which client should the nurse assess first?

• the client who has not had a bowel movement today

• the client who needs an indwelling catheter changed

• the client with periorbital skin lesions

• the client with a stage I pressure ulcer

How do viruses cause infection?

• grow inside cells

• release genetic material into cells

• secrete toxins that damage cells from outside

What is the first-line defense to prevent the spread of infection?

• prophylactic antibiotics

• hand washing

• get vaccinated

• stay home

The nurse in charge is evaluating the infection control procedures on the unit. Which finding indicates a break in technique and the need for education of staff?

• The nurse aide is not wearing gloves when feeding an elderly client

• A client with active tuberculosis is asked to wear a mask when he leaves his room to go to another department for testing

• A nurse with open, weeping lesions of the hands puts on gloves before giving direct client care

• The nurse puts on a mask, a gown, and gloves before entering the room of a client on strict isolation

Which of the following are true about bacteria? select all that apply

• one celled

• multiple cells

• serve protective functions

• classified by shape

Which of the following are true about prions? Select all that apply

• have abnormal proteins

• if they cause a disease, it affects the nervous system

• function as parasites in the body

• have a protein envelope

Fevers up to ____ are usually beneficial

• 101

• 104

• 99

• 103

What is "mycosis"?

• disease caused by protozoa

• dry eyes

• inability to sleep

• disease caused by fungi