The nurse should explain to an adult patient who has contracted tuberculosis (TB) that he should implement which of the following 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 anyone in close contact should be treated for TB.
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