A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about how to collect a stool specimen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

Choice A reason: Turning on loud music in client care areas is not a good action. Loud music can increase noise levels, disrupt sleep, and cause agitation and anxiety for clients. The nurse should keep the noise level low and provide earplugs or headphones for clients who want to listen to music.

Choice B reason: Assigning different nurses to provide care for clients each day is not a good action. Different nurses may have different styles, routines, and expectations, which can confuse and frustrate clients. The nurse should maintain consistency and continuity of care by assigning the same nurses to the same clients as much as possible.

Choice C reason: While offering some choices can empower clients and reduce stress, too many choices might overwhelm them, particularly in an acute care setting. The key is to provide a balance of autonomy while not overwhelming the client.

Choice D reason: Limiting the number of visitors can help create a quieter, more controlled environment, reducing overstimulation and stress for clients. This can be particularly important in an acute care setting where rest and a calm environment are crucial for recovery.

Choice A reason: This is incorrect because injecting air into the ampule is not necessary and may cause the medication to spill or spray.

Choice B reason: This is incorrect because cleansing the tip of the ampule with an alcohol swab after opening is not effective and may contaminate the medication.

Choice C reason: This is correct because using a filter needle to aspirate the medication prevents glass particles from entering the syringe and the client.

Choice D reason: This is incorrect because adding diluent to the medication may alter its concentration and potency, and should only be done if instructed by the manufacturer or the prescriber.