Body systemsQuestion 1685 of 1700

Which interventions apply to clients with leukemia, lymphoma, or HIV?

  1. Skipping PPE since the infection risk is low
  2. Washing hands only when they look dirty
  3. Keeping the resident away from all care
  4. Careful hand hygiene and infection control
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Correct answer: Careful hand hygiene and infection control

These conditions lower the body's defense against infection, so aides protect the resident. Use full PPE if indicated.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 11.9: Immune System

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026