Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
A nurse is admitting a client who requires droplet precautions due to influenza. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Wear a mask when providing care to the client. Influenza is transmitted through droplets, so wearing a mask can help prevent the spread of the virus. Placing the client in a room with negative airflow (choice A) is not necessary for droplet precautions. Wearing a gown (choice B) is typically used for contact precautions, not droplet precautions. Ensuring the client's room has HEPA filtration (choice D) is not a standard practice for influenza droplet precautions.