medium · NCLEX-RN safety
A client is admitted with suspected bacterial meningitis. Which set of vital signs and cues would require the nurse to implement droplet precautions immediately?
- Oxygen saturation 94% on room air and productive green sputum.
- Temperature 37.0circC, localized skin rash, and clear lung sounds.
- Temperature 39.2circC, severe headache, and nuchal rigidity.
- Blood pressure 110/68 mmHg, heart rate 88 bpm, and a dry cough.
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