NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

When in contact with a patient who is positive for tuberculosis, what is the proper respiratory protection needed?
  1. HEPA or N-95 respirator
  2. J350
  3. Surgical Mask
  4. No need no contagious.
Explanation
Answer: A - The HEPA and N-95 provide sufficient respiratory protection. Surgical masks provide only limited protection from tuberculosis. A self- contained breathing apparatus is not necessary though, tuberculosis is highly contagious so respiratory protection is a must.
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