The home health nurse making an initial call on a newly diagnosed tuberculosis patient who lives at home with his wife and child would give special instruction for infection control to: (Select all that apply.)
a. place contaminated tissues in sealable plastic bag.
b. take prescribed drug exactly as directed.
c. take airborne precautions.
d. wash hands frequently.
e. wear mask when in crowds.
A, B, D, E
As the family is already exposed, taking airborne precautions is unnecessary.
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