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Question

A hospitalized client has protective precautions in place because of severe neutropenia. Which statement by a nurse is correct regarding the use of protective precautions?

Barrier precautions including gloves and masks are not necessary if the client does not have a suspected or actual infection.

The client should remain in the room as much as possible to minimize exposure to pathogens.

The client room should be private with positive air pressure.

Barrier precautions including gloves and masks are not necessary if the client does not have a suspected or actual infection.

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