Microbiology · practice question
A 44-year-old client in airborne isolation is being evaluated for nursing care related to sterile technique. Assessment data include fever 101.8°F (38.8°C) with elevated WBC and bandemia. The nurse is evaluating discharge teaching. Which client statement shows correct understanding?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. "I will call the nurse if I have new or worse symptoms before my follow-up appointment."
Why
Effective teaching includes when to seek help for worsening symptoms. Stopping medications or delaying reports are unsafe.
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