A nurse working in an assisted living facility has been made aware that a chemical disaster has occurred within the community and is a threat to the facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (select all that apply)

Turn off fans and heaters.

Evacuate the entire facility of all residents and staff.

Close the doors and windows of each resident’s apartment.

Be sure the fireplaces in each room are burning.

Place wet towels under the doors.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C,E

A.   Turning off fans and heaters can help prevent the circulation of potentially contaminated air.
B.   Evacuation may be necessary in extreme cases but should be done following established protocols and considering the safety of residents.
C.   Closing doors and windows helps minimize the entry of external air, reducing exposure to potential contaminants.
D.   Keeping fireplaces burning may increase the risk of indoor air pollution and is not a recommended action during a chemical disaster.
E.   Placing wet towels under doors can help create a barrier to limit the entry of external air and contaminants.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Limiting the number of health care workers entering the room helps reduce the risk of exposure to infections.
B. Inserting an indwelling catheter is not a routine intervention for immunosuppressed clients and may increase the risk of infection.
C. Monitoring temperature more frequently than once per shift is crucial to detect early signs of infection in immunosuppressed clients.
D. Fresh fruit may carry a risk of bacterial contamination, and caution should be exercised in providing it to immunosuppressed clients.

A. Edema B. Crusting over granulated tissue C. Petechiae D. Urticaria

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Edema, which is swelling caused by fluid accumulation in the tissues. Edema is a common sign of inflammation and infection in wounds.
B. Crusting over granulated tissue may indicate normal wound healing and is not necessarily a sign of infection.
C. Petechiae are small red or purple spots on the skin caused by bleeding under the skin. They are usually associated with blood disorders or trauma, not infection.
D. Urticaria (hives) is typically associated with allergic reactions and is not a typical sign of wound infection.

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