NCLEX-PN

Category - Safety

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A client with acquired immune deficiency syndrome is diagnosed with Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. Which of the following actions by the nurse is incorrect?

The nurse does not wear gloves when obtaining the client’s blood pressure
The nurse wears a pair of gloves when obtaining the client’s urine sample
The nurse adheres to contact precautions
The nurse thoroughly washes hands before client contact

Explanation

Answer: C - A client with AIDS admitted for Pneumocystis carinii is placed on standard precautions. The other actions of the nurse are appropriate.

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