A nurse in the emergency department admits a client who has been exposed to cutaneous anthrax.

Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Prepare to administer antibiotics to the client

Wear an N95 respirator mask while caring for the client

Plan to administer an antiviral medication to the client.

Place a surgical mask on the client during transfer to the unit.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

a.   Cutaneous anthrax is typically treated with antibiotics, so preparing to administer antibiotics to the client is the appropriate action.
b.   While respiratory protection may be necessary in certain situations, such as when dealing with airborne pathogens, anthrax exposure typically does not require an N95 respirator mask.
c.   Anthrax is caused by a bacterium, not a virus, so administering an antiviral medication would not be effective in treating the infection.
d.   Placing a surgical mask on the client during transfer may not be necessary unless there are specific concerns about the spread of respiratory droplets. However, the primary treatment for cutaneous anthrax is antibiotics, not respiratory precautions.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

54) A nurse is preparing to delegate bathing and turning of a newly admitted client who has end-stage bone cancer to experienced assistive personnel. Which of the following assessments should the nurse make before delegating care?
a. Is the client’s family present so the AP can show them how to turn the client
b. Does the AP have time to change the client’s central IV-line dressing after turning her?
c. Has data been collected about specific client needs related to turning?
d. Has the AP checked the client’s pain level prior to turning her?

A. An evidence-based nursing journal B. The client's health care provider C. The facility's case manager D. A collaborative, user-edited website

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

a. An evidence-based nursing journal would provide reliable, peer-reviewed information on the prevalence of Tay-Sachs disease, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
b. While the client's health care provider may have general knowledge about Tay-Sachs disease, they may not have specific prevalence statistics readily available.
c. The facility's case manager may assist with coordination of care but may not have specific information about the prevalence of Tay-Sachs disease.
d. Collaborative, user-edited websites may not always provide accurate or reliable information, so they should be used with caution for obtaining medical information.

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A nurse in the emergency department admits a client who has been exposed to cutaneous anthrax.

Which of the following actions should the nurse take?