A Patient on Isolation Precautions Tries to Leave the Isolation

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient on isolation precautions tries to leave the isolation room because of loneliness despite repeated instructions to remain in the room.Which action should the nurse implement as a patient advocate?

• A) Allow visitors to remove masks while in the patient's room.
• B) Talk with the patient about ways to reduce the sense of loneliness.
• C) Remind the patient that the isolation is for the patient's benefit.
• D) Leave the door open slightly so the patient can see into hallway.

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