A nurse is caring for a client who is HIV positive and is one day postoperative following an appendectomy. The nurse should wear a gown as personal protective equipment when taking which of the following actions?
Administering an IM injection.
Completing a dressing change.
Administering an intermittent IV bolus medication.
Talking to the client at the bedside.
The Correct Answer is B
Choice A rationale
Administering an IM injection does not typically require a gown as personal protective equipment unless there is a risk of exposure to blood or body fluids.
Choice B rationale
Completing a dressing change requires a gown to protect against potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
Choice C rationale
Administering an intermittent IV bolus medication does not typically require a gown unless there is a risk of exposure to blood or body fluids.
Choice D rationale
Talking to the client at the bedside does not require a gown as there is no risk of exposure to blood or body fluids.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Choice A rationale
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is not a common manifestation of acoustic neuroma. It is more commonly associated with conditions affecting the throat or esophagus.
Choice B rationale
Apraxia, a motor disorder caused by damage to the brain, is not typically associated with acoustic neuroma. It affects the ability to perform coordinated movements.
Choice C rationale
Vertigo, or a sensation of spinning, is a common manifestation of acoustic neuroma. The tumor affects the vestibular nerve, which is responsible for balance and spatial orientation.
Choice D rationale
Diplopia, or double vision, is not a common symptom of acoustic neuroma. It is more often associated with conditions affecting the muscles or nerves controlling eye movement.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Choice A rationale
Inactivated poliovirus (IPV) vaccine does not contain egg protein and is safe for individuals with egg allergies. There is no need to clarify this prescription.
Choice B rationale
Hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine does not contain egg protein and is safe for individuals with egg allergies. There is no need to clarify this prescription.
Choice C rationale
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine does not contain egg protein and is safe for individuals with egg allergies. There is no need to clarify this prescription.
Choice D rationale
Influenza, live attenuated (LAIV) vaccine contains egg protein and can cause severe allergic reactions in individuals with egg allergies. This prescription should be clarified to ensure the safety of the child.