NCLEX-RN

Category - Safety

A client with tuberculosis needs to be transported to the CT scan department, which is located on the other floor. Which of the following precautions should the nurse utilize?
  1. Provide masks for the nurses, medical residents, and CT scan technicians.
  2. Ensure that the morning anti-TB medications are given.
  3. Give the client a surgical mask during transport.
  4. Delay transport to CT scan until after three sputum tests are negative for Mycobacterium.
Explanation
Answer: C - Transmission-based precautions dictate that when transporting a client with a disease or condition that can be transmitted via airborne particles, they should be provided a surgical mask. This is to prevent the dispersal of infected droplets. The client is instructed to observe cough etiquettes and respiratory hygiene. Administering medications in the morning is important, but it doesn’t prevent the transmission of infection during transport.
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