When Caring for a Patient Who Is Hospitalized with Active

question 13

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient who is hospitalized with active tuberculosis ( TB ) , the nurse observes a family member who is visiting the patient. The nurse will need to intervene if the family member

• A) washes the hands before entering the patient's room.
• B) hands the patient a tissue from the box at the bedside.
• C) puts on a surgical face mask before visiting the patient.
• D) brings food from a "fast-food" restaurant to the patient.

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