a client has sustained an open fracture what nursing intervention will best prevent osteomyelitis in this client
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Multi Dimensional Care | Final Exam

1. A client has sustained an open fracture. What nursing intervention will best prevent osteomyelitis in this client?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Proper hand hygiene is crucial in preventing infections such as osteomyelitis in clients with open fractures. Keeping the hands clean helps reduce the risk of introducing harmful pathogens to the wound site. Delegating all client personal care to specific unlicensed assistive personnel (Choice A) is not appropriate as direct involvement in wound care is essential in preventing infections. Placing the client in contact precautions (Choice B) is not directly related to preventing osteomyelitis in this context. Administering pain medication (Choice D) is important for managing the client's pain but does not directly address the prevention of osteomyelitis.

2. A client has a new diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus HIV. The client is distraught and does not know what to do. What intervention by the nurse is the best?

Correct answer: C

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3. Which of the following statements by a client with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) does NOT requires further teaching?

Correct answer: C

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4. The nurse has documented the following wound assessment. "Shallow, open, reddened ulcer with no slough on the anterior region of the right heel?"? what stage is the wound?

Correct answer: D

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5. What level of Maslow's Hierarchy of needs does shelter belong to?

Correct answer: C

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