NCLEX-RN
RN Infection Control and Safety Questions
Question 1 of 3
The nurse is educating a client on meningitis. Which statements would the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Immunocompromised and older adults are at risk, and viral meningitis is common with negative CSF cultures. The meningococcal vaccine is recommended at 11-12 years, not 6, and boosters are for all teens, not just those in crowded settings. Preschoolers are not the highest-risk group.
Question 2 of 3
The nurse is performing discharge teaching to a client who gave birth to her first child. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tummy sleeping increases SIDS risk; back sleeping is recommended. Other statements are correct.
Question 3 of 3
The nurse is supervising the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) while providing care for a client with an internal radioactive implant. Which action by the UAP requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: UAPs should not provide direct care like setting up meal trays due to radiation exposure risk. Other actions are appropriate.
Question 4 of 3
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Question 5 of 3
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