The Nurse Has Just Received a Patient from the Emergency

question 28

Multiple Choice

The nurse has just received a patient from the emergency department with an admitting diagnosis of bacterial meningitis.To prevent the spread of nosocomial infections to other patients,what is the best action by the nurse?

• A) Implement droplet precautions upon admission.
• B) Wash hands thoroughly before leaving the room.
• C) Scrub the hub of all central line ports before use.
• D) Dispose of all bloody dressings in biohazard bags.

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Definitions:

Conflict

A perceived incompatibility of actions, goals, or ideas.

Reciprocity

The mutual exchange of privileges or services between parties, ensuring mutual benefit.

Mirror-Image Perceptions

The tendency to see oneself, especially in conflicts, as the opposite of how one sees the other party, usually viewing oneself positively and the other negatively.

Deindividuation

A psychological state characterized by reduced self-awareness and decreased personal responsibility, often occurring in group settings.