A nurse is presenting to a class about fall prevention to a group of assisted-living residents. Which of the following statements by a resident best indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. Droplet: Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Therefore, droplet precautions are necessary to prevent the spread of the infection to others. This includes wearing a surgical mask when within 3 feet of the client and ensuring the client wears a mask when outside of their room.

B. Contact: Contact precautions are used for infections that can be spread through direct or indirect contact with the patient or contaminated surfaces. While there may be some overlap, contact precautions are not the primary focus for pertussis transmission.

C. Protective: Protective precautions (also known as reverse isolation) are utilized to protect immunocompromised patients from infections. This is not applicable for a patient with pertussis, as the focus is on preventing the spread of the infection rather than protecting the patient from pathogens.

D. Airborne: Airborne precautions are used for infections that are transmitted via airborne droplet nuclei, such as tuberculosis or measles. Pertussis does not fall under this category, as it is primarily transmitted through larger respiratory droplets.

E. Full semen: This option is not a recognized type of precaution. The correct term should focus on standard and transmission-based precautions relevant to infectious diseases.

A. A nurse gives a client the choice to take a pain medication via intramuscular or oral route: This action exemplifies the ethical principle of autonomy, as it respects the client’s right to make decisions regarding their own treatment options.

B. A nurse administers scheduled pain medication for a client who is having pain: This action reflects the principle of beneficence, which emphasizes the obligation to act in the best interest of the client and alleviate suffering. Administering pain medication according to the schedule supports the client's well-being.

C. A nurse fulfills a promise to a client that they will return with their pain medication: This action demonstrates fidelity, which involves keeping promises and commitments made to clients. It ensures trust and accountability in the nurse-client relationship.

D. A nurse provides nonpharmacological pain interventions to each client equally: This action represents the principle of justice, which emphasizes fairness and equality in the distribution of resources and treatment among clients. Providing equal access to pain interventions ensures that all clients receive appropriate care regardless of their individual circumstances, aligning with the ethical principle of justice.