Question

question 2 of 5
for which client is the use of standard precautions alone appropriate?

a client with incontinence in a nursing home who has diarrhea
a child with chickenpox who is being treated in the emergency room
a client with diphtheria who needs p.m. care
a client with tuberculosis (tb) who needs medications administered

Explanation:

Standard precautions are used for all clients regardless of their diagnosis. They are designed to prevent the spread of infections. A client with incontinence and diarrhea in a nursing home only requires standard precautions. Chickenpox, diphtheria, and tuberculosis (TB) require additional transmission - based precautions (airborne for chickenpox and TB, droplet for diphtheria).

Answer:

a client with incontinence in a nursing home who has diarrhea