ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam 3
A nurse is caring for a client who has HIV and is neutropenic. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as increasing the risk for the client to develop an infection?
Explanation & Rationale
A. A room with negative airflow helps prevent the spread of airborne pathogens, which is helpful for immunocompromised clients like those with HIV, but it doesn't directly increase the risk of infection. B. Correct. Neutropenic clients have reduced immune responses, and consume fresh fruit (which might carry bacteria. can increase the risk of infection. C. Artificial flowers might be removed due to infection control concerns, but their presence doesn't significantly increase infection risk. D. Hardboiled eggs are not necessarily a high-risk food for infection in neutropenic clients.
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