An adult patient has tested positive for tuberculosis (TB). While providing patient teaching, what information should the nurse prioritize?
A) The importance of adhering closely to the prescribed medication regimen
B) The fact that the disease is a lifelong, chronic condition that will affect ADLs
C) The fact that TB is self-limiting, but can take up to 2 years to resolve
D) The need to work closely with the occupational and physical therapists
Ans: A
Feedback:
Successful treatment of TB is highly dependent on careful adherence to the medication regimen. The disease is not self-limiting; occupational and physical therapy are not necessarily indicated. TB is curable.
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