A nurse is assessing a client who is gravida 2, para 1. The client is at 41 weeks of gestation and is receiving oxytocin for the augmentation of labor. The nurse should decrease the infusion rate for which of the following findings?

A. Limit each of the client's visitors to 1 hr per day. - This is not necessary specifically due to the presence of the radiation implant. Visitation restrictions should be based on hospital policy and

the client's condition, not solely on the presence of a radiation implant.

B. Remove dirty linens from the room after double bagging. - This is a standard infection control measure and is not specific to caring for a client with a radiation implant.

C. Wear a dosimeter film badge while in the client's room. - Healthcare workers who care for clients with sealed radiation implants should wear dosimeter film badges to monitor their radiation exposure levels.

D. Ensure family members remain at least 1 m (3.2 feet) from the client. - While limiting exposure to radiation is important, maintaining distance alone may not provide adequate

protection. Healthcare workers should follow appropriate safety precautions and use shielding as necessary when caring for clients with radiation implants.

A. Detaching the needle from the syringe before discarding it increases the risk of needle-stick injuries. Needles should be disposed of as one unit to minimize the risk of injury.

B. Broken glass should be disposed of in a puncture-proof container to prevent injuries. Placing it directly in a wastebasket increases the risk of puncture injuries to individuals handling the waste.

C. Recapping needles increases the risk of needle-stick injuries. Needles should not be recapped after use unless there is no safer alternative. Instead, they should be disposed of as one unit.

D. Lancets, needles, and other sharp objects should be placed in puncture-proof containers immediately after use to prevent injuries. This practice helps ensure the safety of healthcare workers and others who handle waste.