NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Safety and Infection Control Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 4
The client who has airborne precautions asks the nurse not to shut his door. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Keeping the door closed contains airborne pathogens; opening curtains reduces isolation feelings. A, C, D: Open or partially open doors risk pathogen spread.
Question 2 of 4
The nurse is instructing the client who is to have surgery. According to Medicare's Surgical Care Improvement Project, what instruction is important for the client to receive prior to arrival at the hospital to prevent postoperative infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Avoiding shaving prevents skin lacerations that increase infection risk. A, B: While important, they are managed in-hospital. C: Hand washing by the client is less critical.
Question 3 of 4
The nurse is supervising the NA caring for a group of clients with antibiotic-resistant organisms. Which observation of the NA's performance should prompt the supervising nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A: Soap and water are required for VRE due to spore resistance to alcohol. B, C, D: These actions are appropriate for the respective organisms.
Question 4 of 4
The charge nurse is planning a room assignment for the client with meningococcal meningitis. Which room and precautions should the nurse plan for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Meningococcal meningitis requires airborne precautions and a private room due to possible airborne transmission. A, C, D: These are insufficient or inappropriate.
Question 5 of 4
The NA is preparing to provide care for four clients. The nurse should direct the NA to utilize contact precautions for which client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: A draining abscess requires contact precautions due to potential infectious drainage. A, B: These require droplet precautions. C: Gonorrhea needs standard precautions.