The nurse is caring for a patient under droplet precautions. What should the nurse wear when providing care to this patient?
1. head covering and gown
2. shoe covering and gown
3. gloves only
4. mask and eye protection or face shield
Question 2A patient being treated for a stage 3 pressure ulcer is demonstrating delayed healing. What information in the patient's medical record and history would explain this delay?
Select all that apply.
1. The patient had total knee replacement 7 years ago.
2. The patient takes insulin for control of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
3. The patient was diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease 5 years ago.
4. The patient was prescribed steroids for treatment of chronic lung condition.
5. The patient takes acetaminophen 650 mg twice a day for arthritis pain.
Question 3During a home visit the nurse determines that family members would benefit from receiving the hepatitis B vaccination. Which family members did the nurse identify as being at risk for this illness?
Select all that apply.
1. 29-year-old female with ovarian cysts
2. 21-year-old male with Down syndrome
3. 63-year-old male with end-stage renal disease
4. 57-year-old female newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus
5. 32-year-old male with liver disease from acetaminophen abuse
Question 4A patient with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is no longer responding to the medication vancomycin (Vancocin). What medication might be indicated for this patient?
1. penicillin
2. gentamycin
3. tetracycline
4. linezolid