When Caring for a Patient Who Is Hospitalized with Active

question 18

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient who is hospitalized with active TB,the nurse observes a family member who is visiting the patient.The nurse will need to intervene if the family member does which of the following?

• A) Washes the hands before entering the patient's room
• B) Puts on a surgical face mask before visiting the patient
• C) Brings food from a "fast-food" restaurant to the patient
• D) Hands the patient a tissue from the box at the bedside

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Definitions:

Behavioural

Relating to or concerned with the actions or activities of living organisms; often used in psychology to refer to observable actions as a basis for study.

Favourable Attitude

A positive orientation or liking towards something, characterized by approval or support.

Relative Value

The worth or importance of something in relation to another item's worth, often used in economics and investing.

Source Factors

Characteristics of the communicator or source of information that affect the persuasiveness or effectiveness of the communication.