Question

A client comes into the Emergency Department with symptoms of chest tightness, difficulty breathing, blood tinged purulent sputum, and night sweats. What is the *best* action for the nurse to take?

Accepted Answer

Implement airborne precautions, arrange for a chest x-ray of the client, and get the client to negative air pressure, private room.

Answer

Arrange for a chest x-ray and private room, then wait for results.

Answer

Review admission criteria, cohort client with a patient positive for the flu, and draw blood for full work up blood panel.

Answer

Get the client in a negative air pressure room and alert the attending of active tuberculosis

Question 14 - Safety and Infection Control Practice Test for the NCLEX-PN Exam