A nurse is reinforcing teaching about Russell's traction with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Choice A reason: Inserting an indwelling catheter can increase the risk of urinary tract infections, which is particularly dangerous for immunosuppressed clients. Monitoring for sediment can be done through less invasive methods.

Choice B reason: Taking the client's temperature once per shift may not be frequent enough. More frequent monitoring is recommended to detect early signs of infection.

Choice C reason: Providing fresh fruit, while beneficial for preventing constipation, can pose an infection risk due to potential contamination. Alternatives like canned or cooked fruits should be considered.

Choice D reason: Limiting the number of health care workers entering the room reduces the risk of introducing infections to the immunosuppressed client. This is a key measure to protect clients with weakened immune systems.

Choice A reason: Telling the partner to call the nurse to push the button is not appropriate. PCA is designed to allow the client to self-administer pain medication based on their own perception of pain. Only the client should press the button to avoid the risk of over-sedation and respiratory depression.

Choice B reason: Encouraging the partner to press the button while the client is asleep can lead to over-medication and serious complications such as respiratory depression.

Choice C reason: Asking the partner why they think more medication is needed when the client is asleep does not address the underlying issue of inappropriate use of the PCA pump.

Choice D reason: The correct answer is d because the client should be the one to decide when more medication is needed. This ensures that the client receives the appropriate amount of pain relief based on their individual needs and prevents the risk of over-sedation.