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 suffered from a femur fracture. What is the nurse's priority assessment?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. A nurse enters the hospital room of a client with reduced immunity. What observation requires further action by the nurse?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the timing of progression of human immunodefiency virus (HIV) to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome?

Correct answer: D

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5. The client with RA complains of intensely dry eyes. What does the nurse suspect?

Correct answer: B

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