Editing Infection Control and Safety – LPN Practice Questions (section)

==Question 11==
A client on droplet precautions for influenza must be transported to the radiology department. Which action by the nurse is '''correct'''?
# Place a surgical mask on the client before leaving the room.
# Have the client wear a gown and gloves during transport.
# Cancel the test because clients on droplet precautions cannot leave the room.
# Wear a fit-tested N95 respirator and place no mask on the client.

'''Answer:''' 1. Place a surgical mask on the client before leaving the room.

''Rationale:'' Masking the client at the source contains respiratory droplets and is the standard measure for transport. Gowns and gloves on the client are not indicated for droplet transmission. Necessary tests are not canceled; transport is limited and, when required, is performed with source control and advance notice to the receiving department.