A charge nurse is providing teaching to a newly licensed nurse on how to clean surfaces contaminated with blood. Which of the following agents should the nurse include in theteaching?

A. "Wearing an underwire bra between feedings" can compress the breast tissue, potentially leading to milk stasis and increasing the risk of mastitis.

B. "Covering your breasts immediately after feedings" can trap moisture and warmth, creating an environment conducive to bacterial growth and increasing the risk of mastitis.

C. "Applying cold compresses to your breasts before feedings" may provide temporary relief for discomfort, but it is not a primary preventive measure for mastitis.

D. "Trying to have your baby empty your breasts with each feeding" helps ensure thorough milk removal, which can prevent milk stasis and decrease the risk of mastitis. This is the correct choice.

A. Prohibiting visitors is not necessary for clients with sealed internal radiation implants. Visitors should be allowed unless specific restrictions are required based on the type of radiation therapy.

B. While maintaining distance from the radiation source is important, there is no specific guideline stating a 3-foot distance. The nurse should follow institutional policies and radiation safety guidelines regarding proximity to the radiation source.

C. There is no need to maintain the client on bed rest for 72 hours after receiving a sealed

internal radiation device. The client should be encouraged to ambulate and perform activities of daily living as tolerated.

D. Requiring the client to wear a dosimeter badge allows healthcare providers to monitor the amount of radiation exposure received by the client and ensures that radiation safety protocols are followed.