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What is the primary purpose of removing gloves properly during patient care?

To reduce the risk of infection transmission (correct)

To follow hospital protocol

To allow for easier dressing of the patient

To ensure personal hygiene is maintained

What should be assessed to determine proper nail care for a patient?

Evidence of trauma to nails or surrounding skin (correct)

The length of the nails in relation to the finger

The patient's favorite nail shape

The color of the nail polish

Which step is essential to take after removing personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Dispose of PPE in the patient's room

Assess the patient for additional needs

Perform hand hygiene (correct)

Apply lotion to protect the skin

Why should nasal instillations be performed with care regarding medical asepsis?

The connection between the nose and sinus can lead to infections Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks can potentially be delegated to LPNs/LVNs regarding nasal sprays?

Administering medication using a nasal spray Signup and view all the answers

What does effective hand hygiene achieve in a clinical setting?

Reduction of infection transmission Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented after performing nail care on a patient?

Any unusual findings such as broken nails Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when delegating the administration of nasal sprays?

The state’s nurse practice act and organizational policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of gathering equipment before administering a nasal spray?

To compare medication with the medical record Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should be assessed regarding the patient before administering a nasal spray?

The patient's ability to cooperate with the procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the expected outcomes after administering the nasal spray?

Patient's skin remains intact Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to verify the patient’s knowledge about the medication and the procedure?

To begin education regarding the medication if needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the rationale for performing hand hygiene before medication administration?

To prevent the spread of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following assessments is not part of evaluating a patient before nasal spray administration?

Determining the patient's employment status Signup and view all the answers

Which action should be taken if there are inconsistencies in the medication order?

Clarify the inconsistencies before proceeding Signup and view all the answers

What assessment is essential in identifying potential allergic reactions prior to nasal spray administration?

Assess the patient's previous medication history Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having the patient hold their breath for a few seconds after administering medication through the nose?

To allow the medication to remain in contact with mucous membranes. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to wipe the outside of the medication bottle's nose piece with a clean dry tissue or cloth?

To keep the end of the bottle clean. Signup and view all the answers

What should the patient be instructed to avoid doing for 5 to 10 minutes after nasal medication administration?

Blowing their nose. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of performing hand hygiene after removing additional PPE?

To reduce the risk of infection transmission. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to document the administration of medication immediately after it is given?

To ensure timely and accurate patient safety. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable time frame for administering medications relative to the designated time?

30 minutes before or after Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying the patient before medication administration?

To ensure the right patient receives the medications Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT recommended for identifying a patient?

Using the patient's room number Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before administering medications?

Complete the necessary assessments Signup and view all the answers

How many methods of patient identification are recommended before medication administration?

Two methods Signup and view all the answers

What additional measure is suggested for confirming the correct patient?

Scanning the patient's bar code on the identification band Signup and view all the answers

What action is indicated if a patient's identification band is missing or inaccurate?

Replace the identification band Signup and view all the answers

According to facility policy, what is the purpose of the third check of the label?

To ensure the medication is given to the right patient before administration Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of putting on gloves before administering medication?

To protect the nurse from contaminants Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the patient to blow their nose before medication administration?

To clear nasal mucosa for better drug absorption Signup and view all the answers

In administering nasal spray, why should the patient's head be kept upright and tilted back?

To ensure the spray flows into the nares Signup and view all the answers

What is the rationale for inhaling gently during the administration of nasal spray?

It enhances the distribution of the spray in the nares Signup and view all the answers

When might it be contraindicated to tilt the patient's head during nasal medication administration?

If the patient has a cervical spine injury Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to agitate the medication bottle gently?

To mix the medication and ensure a consistent dose Signup and view all the answers

What role does compressing the medication container play during administration?

It prevents contamination of the container contents Signup and view all the answers

What should the nurse do with the opposite nostril while administering the spray?

Block it with a finger Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of removing gloves properly during patient care?

What should be assessed to determine proper nail care for a patient?

Which step is essential to take after removing personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Why should nasal instillations be performed with care regarding medical asepsis?

Which of the following tasks can potentially be delegated to LPNs/LVNs regarding nasal sprays?

What does effective hand hygiene achieve in a clinical setting?

What should be documented after performing nail care on a patient?

What is a key consideration when delegating the administration of nasal sprays?

What is the primary purpose of gathering equipment before administering a nasal spray?

Which factor should be assessed regarding the patient before administering a nasal spray?

What is one of the expected outcomes after administering the nasal spray?

Why is it important to verify the patient’s knowledge about the medication and the procedure?

What is the rationale for performing hand hygiene before medication administration?

Which of the following assessments is not part of evaluating a patient before nasal spray administration?

Which action should be taken if there are inconsistencies in the medication order?

What assessment is essential in identifying potential allergic reactions prior to nasal spray administration?

What is the purpose of having the patient hold their breath for a few seconds after administering medication through the nose?

Why is it important to wipe the outside of the medication bottle's nose piece with a clean dry tissue or cloth?

What should the patient be instructed to avoid doing for 5 to 10 minutes after nasal medication administration?

What is the significance of performing hand hygiene after removing additional PPE?

Why is it important to document the administration of medication immediately after it is given?

What is the maximum allowable time frame for administering medications relative to the designated time?

What is the primary purpose of identifying the patient before medication administration?

Which method is NOT recommended for identifying a patient?

What should be done before administering medications?

How many methods of patient identification are recommended before medication administration?

What additional measure is suggested for confirming the correct patient?

What action is indicated if a patient's identification band is missing or inaccurate?

According to facility policy, what is the purpose of the third check of the label?

What is the purpose of putting on gloves before administering medication?

Why is it important for the patient to blow their nose before medication administration?

In administering nasal spray, why should the patient's head be kept upright and tilted back?

What is the rationale for inhaling gently during the administration of nasal spray?

When might it be contraindicated to tilt the patient's head during nasal medication administration?

Why is it necessary to agitate the medication bottle gently?

What role does compressing the medication container play during administration?

What should the nurse do with the opposite nostril while administering the spray?

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