Scabies
Scabies ( 40 Questions)
Wearing gloves and a gown when providing direct care to the client is essential to prevent transmission of scabies to the nurse and other clients. This helps to maintain infection control and prevent further spread of the infestation.
Sharing personal items with the client is not appropriate as it can spread scabies to others.
Allowing the client to use the same restroom facilities as other clients may increase the risk of transmission.
Placing the client in a room with another client who also has scabies is not appropriate as it can lead to cross-contamination.
Explanation: Wearing gloves and a gown when providing direct care to the client is essential to prevent transmission of scabies to the nurse and other clients. This helps to maintain infection control and prevent further spread of the infestation.
Incorrect choices: b. Sharing personal items with the client is not appropriate as it can spread scabies to others.
c. Allowing the client to use the same restroom facilities as other clients may increase the risk of transmission.
d. Placing the client in a room with another client who also has scabies is not appropriate as it can lead to cross-contamination.