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A nurse in a pediatric unit is caring for a group of clients. For which of the following diseases should the nurse implement droplet precautions?

A.

Varicella-zoster

B.

Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE)

C.

Pertussis

D.

Rotavirus

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Varicella-zoster requires airborne and contact precautions due to the highly contagious nature of chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (zoster).

B. Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) typically requires contact precautions to prevent transmission.

C. Pertussis is spread via respiratory droplets, so droplet precautions are necessary to prevent transmission.

D. Rotavirus is transmitted via the fecal-oral route and typically requires contact precautions.


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Hydrogen peroxide is not recommended for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood as it is not as effective as other agents and may not adequately disinfect surfaces.

B. Isopropyl alcohol can be effective for disinfecting surfaces contaminated with blood, but it is less effective against certain bloodborne pathogens like hepatitis B virus compared to chlorine bleach.

C. Chlorine bleach is an effective agent for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood and is recommended by CDC guidelines for disinfecting against bloodborne pathogens.

D. Chlorhexidine is primarily used as a skin antiseptic and is not typically used for cleaning surfaces contaminated with blood.

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Explanation

A. To best hear the closing of the aortic heart valve, the nurse should place the diaphragm of the stethoscope at the second intercostal space, right sternal border. This is also known as the aortic area.
B. This is the tricuspid region, and defects with the tricuspid valve will be best heard in this area.
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