Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
A nurse manager is reviewing isolation guidelines with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates understanding of isolation guidelines?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B because it demonstrates understanding of airborne precautions. Airborne precautions require clients to wear a mask when leaving their room to prevent the spread of infectious agents through the air. This statement aligns with the principle of protecting others from exposure.
Explanation for other choices:
A - Incorrect: Visitors, not clients, should wear masks on contact precautions to prevent the spread of infection to the client.
C - Incorrect: N95 respirator masks are used for airborne precautions, not droplet precautions.
D - Incorrect: Negative-pressure airflow rooms are used for clients on airborne precautions, not those with compromised immunity.
Explanation for other choices:
A - Incorrect: Visitors, not clients, should wear masks on contact precautions to prevent the spread of infection to the client.
C - Incorrect: N95 respirator masks are used for airborne precautions, not droplet precautions.
D - Incorrect: Negative-pressure airflow rooms are used for clients on airborne precautions, not those with compromised immunity.