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A client has been placed in isolation because he is diagnosed with a contagious illness. The nurse should be aware that:
A. Linens from the client’s bed should be double-bagged.
B. Meals should be served on washable dishes.
C. Extensive isolation rarely causes psychological problems.
D. Paper trays and plastic utensils prevent disease transmission.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Linens should be double-bagged. Isolation refers to techniques used to prevent orto limit the spread ofinfection. Some form of isolation has been used for centuries, whether to protect ahigh- risk person from exposureto pathogens or to prevent the transmission of pathogens from an infected personto others. Special handling ofarticles and linen soiled by any body fluid is indicated. These articles should be placed in impervious bags beforethey are removed from the client’s bedside. Bagging in watertight containers is indicated to prevent exposure ofpersonnel and contamination of the environment.
The outside of the bagshould not be contaminated when placingarticles inside it. Each hospital and community agency has procedures for labeling and decontaminating exposedarticles. Items that are visibly soiled with body substances should be rinsed and placed in plastic bags or clearlymarked containers, often labeled "Contaminated." Ifthe outside of the bag becomescontaminated, placing that bagin another bag (double-bagging) is required.Safety and Infection Control
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