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?

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A. Art therapist: Art therapy can provide a nonverbal outlet for expressing feelings and emotions, which can be particularly beneficial for clients with schizophrenia who may struggle with verbal communication.

B. Speech-language pathologist: While speech-language pathologists may assist with communication difficulties, their expertise is more focused on speech and language disorders rather than addressing emotional expression in clients with schizophrenia.

C. Social worker: Social workers provide support and assistance with various psychosocial

issues, but they may not specifically address the client's difficulty expressing feelings through therapeutic interventions like art therapy.

D. Recreational therapist: Recreational therapy focuses on promoting leisure and recreational

activities to improve overall well-being, but it may not directly address the client's difficulty with emotional expression.

A. Not all clients with a history of MRSA will require antibiotics. Treatment depends on the presence of active infection, colonization, and other clinical factors.
B. There is no evidence to suggest that individuals can develop immunity to MRSA. MRSA remains a significant pathogen, and individuals with a history of MRSA remain susceptible to reinfection or colonization.
C. A protective environment is not typically required for clients with a history of MRSA. Standard precautions, including hand hygiene and appropriate use of personal protective equipment, are sufficient to prevent transmission.

D. Clients with a history of MRSA can still carry the bacteria on their skin or in their nasal passages and may transmit the infection to others, especially in healthcare settings. Therefore, it is important to adhere to infection control practices to prevent transmission.