A 21-Year-Old Male Who Has Been an IV Heroin User

question 37

Multiple Choice

A 21-year-old male who has been an IV heroin user has been experiencing fever, weight loss, and diarrhea and has been diagnosed as having AIDS. At this time, he has a low-grade fever, severe diarrhea, and a productive cough. He is admitted with Pneumocystis jiroveci. What should the nurse do when caring for the patient?

• A) Use a gown, mask, and gloves when assisting the patient with his bath
• B) Wear a gown when assisting the patient to use the bedpan
• C) Use a gown, mask, and gloves to administer oral medications
• D) Use a mask when taking the patient's temperature

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