A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a blood transfusion at 125 mL/hr and develops a hemolytic reaction. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform?

A. Influenza immunizations: This is an example of primary prevention because it aims to prevent the occurrence of influenza infection in the first place.

B. Tuberculosis screenings: This is an example of secondary prevention because it involves early detection and treatment of tuberculosis infection to prevent its progression to active disease and

transmission to others.

C. Presentations about safer sex practices: This is an example of primary prevention aimed at reducing the risk of sexually transmitted infections by promoting safe behaviors.

D. Evaluations of bloodborne pathogen policies: This is an administrative activity related to ensuring workplace safety and adherence to policies and procedures and does not directly

involve prevention of communicable diseases among individuals.

A. Visitors are not completely prohibited, but their time should be limited and precautions followed, especially for children and pregnant individuals. Therefore, banning all visitors for 24 hours is unnecessary and overly restrictive.

B. Maintaining a distance of at least 3 feet from the radiation source helps reduce exposure, following the principle of distance in radiation safety. This is an appropriate and effective protective measure for the nurse.

C. Bed rest is typically required to prevent displacement of the sealed radiation device, but it is not specifically prescribed for a fixed duration like 72 hours. The duration depends on the treatment plan, so this statement is too rigid and not universally correct.

D. Dosimeter badges are worn by healthcare workers to measure occupational exposure, not by clients receiving radiation therapy. Therefore, this action is inappropriate for the client.