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Practice Question

The nurse is transporting a patient with active tuberculosis (TB) to radiology. Which action should the nurse take?

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Correct Answer:

Place a surgical mask on the patient.

Rationale:

😷Placing a surgical mask on the patient helps prevent droplet dispersion during transport, aligning with airborne precaution protocols for TB.

🚷Patients with active TB are not required to wear N95 respirators; N95s are worn by healthcare workers to protect themselves.

🩺The goal is to minimize risk of transmission during patient movement through common areas.

🧤Wearing gloves or gowns is not necessary for airborne precautions and does not prevent TB spread via inhalation.

📌Core Message

Use a surgical mask on TB patients during transport to limit airborne droplet exposure to others.

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  • Category: LPN Nursing Exams
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams (LPN)
  • Domain: MED-SURG Exams (LPN ati)
  • Answer Choices: 4
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