Which of these room assignments is most appropriate for a client with cystic fibrosis(CF) and is infected with Burkholderia cepacia?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The most appropriate room for this client is a private room and separate bathroom. This provides maximum protection from organisms which can easily cause infection in the client with CF. A serious bacterial infection for clients with CF is Burkholderia cepacia, which is spread by casual contact from one CF client to another. To reduce spread of infection, measures include separating infected CF clients from noninfected CF clients on hospital units and seeing them in the clinic on different days.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Bacteria are the leading cause of healthcare-associated infections.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Keeping linen at arm's length minimizes contamination risk to the worker.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, and others invisible without magnification.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Sporicidal disinfectants target C. diff spores specifically.