The nurse is planning care for a patient and determines that Expanded Precautions are warranted when performing care for a patient with which infection?
a. Active tuberculosis (TB)
b. Bacterial pneumonia
c. A urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by E. coli
d. A fungal infection of the groin and axilla
A
Active TB can be spread by airborne pathogens. Masks and gowns, in addition to gloves, should be worn while caring for such patients. Standard Precautions would be used for patients with bacterial pneumonia, a UTI caused by E. coli, and a fungal infection of the groin and axilla.
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