a nurse is teaching a newly hired group of unlicensed assistive personnel about infection control measures on the unit what is the most effective way
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. A nurse is teaching a newly hired group of unlicensed assistive personnel about infection-control measures on the unit. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens during client care?

Correct answer: B

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2. A client with a diagnosis of Human Immunodeficiency Virus develops pneumonia. What type of infection is this?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: An opportunistic infection. In patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), infections like pneumonia are considered opportunistic because they take advantage of a weakened immune system. Option B, root cause infection, is incorrect as it does not describe the nature of the infection in relation to the patient's condition. Option C, pathogenic infection, is incorrect because while pneumonia is caused by pathogens, in the context of HIV, it is specifically termed as an opportunistic infection. Option D, nosocomial infection, is also incorrect as it refers to infections acquired in a healthcare setting, not related to the patient's HIV status.

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. What are signs of hearing loss? (Select all that apply)

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Signs of hearing loss include tinnitus, frequent asking to repeat statements, and shouting in conversations.

5. What is a classic symptom assessed in clients with lupus?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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