Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
A charge nurse is making a room assignment for a client who has scabies. In which of the following rooms should the nurse place the client?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: A private room. This is appropriate for a client with scabies to prevent the spread of the infestation to others. A private room allows for isolation and reduces the risk of transmission to other clients.
A: A negative-pressure isolation room is typically used for clients with airborne infections to prevent the spread of pathogens outside the room. Scabies is not transmitted through the air.
C: Placing the client in a semi-private room with a client who has pediculosis capitis (head lice) is not ideal as both conditions are caused by different parasites and may increase the risk of cross-contamination.
D: A positive-pressure isolation room is used for clients who need protection from outside pathogens, not for containing contagious conditions like scabies.
In summary, a private room is the best choice for a client with scabies to prevent transmission to others, while the other options are not appropriate due to the nature of scabies and the need for isolation.
A: A negative-pressure isolation room is typically used for clients with airborne infections to prevent the spread of pathogens outside the room. Scabies is not transmitted through the air.
C: Placing the client in a semi-private room with a client who has pediculosis capitis (head lice) is not ideal as both conditions are caused by different parasites and may increase the risk of cross-contamination.
D: A positive-pressure isolation room is used for clients who need protection from outside pathogens, not for containing contagious conditions like scabies.
In summary, a private room is the best choice for a client with scabies to prevent transmission to others, while the other options are not appropriate due to the nature of scabies and the need for isolation.