A client diagnosed with tuberculosis is being admitted to a care area.

A client diagnosed with tuberculosis is being admitted to a care area. Which nursing action prevents the transmission of the disease?

1. Have the client wear a mask when coming from admission.
2. Stock the supply cart at the beginning of each shift.
3. Wash the hands only after leaving the room.
4. Wear a mask when exiting the room.

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: When a client has an airborne disease and must go elsewhere in the hospital, the client must wear a mask.
Rationale 2: Supplies to prevent transmission of disease should be stocked at the end of the shift so that adequate supplies will be available for the next health care provider.
Rationale 3: Hands should be washed before and after client care.
Rationale 4: The mask should be removed just as the staff leaves the client’s room, not when coming out of the room.