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Case Study, Chapter Introduction to Microbiology

Mr. Woodby, a 37-year-old male, has a productive cough, headache, and complains of chilling. When he arrives at your clinic his vital signs are: temperature 103.2°F, pulse 86, respirations 22, and blood pressure 146/92. His oxygen saturation is 90%. The healthcare provider has ordered a sputum culture and sensitivity. (Learning Objectives 4, 6, 9,10)

1. When you return to assist Mr. Woodby in obtaining the sputum specimen, he asks why the healthcare provider is ordering this test. How do you respond?

2. Mr. Woodby expresses concern about transmitting his infection to his young children. What can you teach him to help prevent the spread of his infection? Describe the "Chain-of-infection" to Mr. Woodby.

3. What is the single best way the nurse can prevent the spread of Mr. Woodby's infection to other clients at the clinic?