An adult patient has tested positive tuberculosis (TB). While engaging in patient teaching, the nurse should explain to the patient that he should implement what to prevent spreading the infection?
A) Cover the mouth when coughing
B) Take isoniazid (INH) as prescribed
C) The patient will remain infectious until 1 week of continuous medication
D) Family members need not be treated
Ans: A
Feedback: The patient should cover his or her mouth when coughing and dispose of tissue properly. The patient is infectious until 2 to 3 weeks of continuous medication therapy. Isoniazid is for prophylactic treatment, not active TB. Family members and those in close contact should be treated for TB.
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