The need for protective isolation and the parameters are being explained to the patient. She wails “How can I hug my children when I am locked up in this room?” An appropriate response by the nurse...

The need for protective isolation and the parameters are being explained to the patient. She wails “How can I hug my children when I am locked up in this room?” An appropriate response by the nurse would be:

1. “They can see you through the glass door.”

2. “You can communicate through the intercom system or via your cell phone.”

3. “All people carry microorganisms and your immune system cannot fight off any infection right now.”

4. “It won't be long before you can hug them again, we need to keep you safe from infection.”