NCLEX Practice Test

Which client assignment to a shared room is appropriate?

1. Client with blood loss anemia and client with intractable diarrhea

2. Client with gastroenteritis and client with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

3. Client who had a bowel resection 1 day ago and client with asthma exacerbation

4. Client who had a total hip arthroplasty 2 days ago and client with influenza

The correct answer is: Client with blood loss anemia and client with intractable diarrhea

A shared room is not appropriate for a client with blood loss anemia and a client with intractable diarrhea because both of these conditions can be infectious and put the other client at risk. Additionally, both clients may require frequent trips to the bathroom, making a shared room uncomfortable for the other client. A shared room is not appropriate for a client with gastroenteritis and a client with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. Both of these conditions are highly contagious and can spread easily to the other client. In addition, both clients may need frequent bathroom use and may have unpleasant symptoms that can disrupt the other client's rest and recovery. A shared room is not appropriate for a client who had a bowel resection 1 day ago and a client with asthma exacerbation. The client who had a bowel resection may have post-surgical complications and need a quiet and restful environment to recover. The client with asthma exacerbation may need to be in a separate room to avoid triggers such as exposure to certain pathogens or irritants. A shared room is also not appropriate for a client who had a total hip arthroplasty 2 days ago and a client with influenza. The client who had a total hip arthroplasty may require a