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Question 1 of 3

The nurse is supervising the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) while providing care for a client with an internal radioactive implant. Which action by the UAP requires immediate intervention by the nurse?

A. The UAP assists the client in setting up the meal tray.

B. The UAP wears a dosimeter badge while performing client care.

C. The UAP closes the door to the room upon entering and exiting.

D. The UAP places soiled linen in a laundry cart and takes it to the soiled utility area.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The UAP assists the client in setting up the meal tray.

Question 2 of 3

The nurse is performing discharge teaching to a client who gave birth to her first child. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

A. I will put my baby to sleep on her tummy.

B. My baby's first visit to the doctor should be 3 to 5 days after birth.

C. I should keep my baby in an approved car seat while riding in the car.

D. I will keep the numbers of my pediatrician and the poison control center handy.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I will put my baby to sleep on her tummy.

Question 3 of 3

The nurse is educating a client on meningitis. Which statements would the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.

A. The CDC recommends an initial vaccine at age 6 or upon entering first grade.

B. Immunocompromised clients and older adults are at increased risk of meningitis.

C. Viral meningitis is the most common type; typically, no organisms are isolated from CSF cultures.

D. Young preschool-age children have the highest rates of infection from life-threatening meningococcal infection.

E. A booster vaccine is given at age 11 or 12 to children living in crowded spaces, such as group homes or summer camps.

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