Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
A nurse is admitting a client who has active tuberculosis. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Place the client in a room that is ventilated to the outside. This is appropriate because it helps prevent the spread of tuberculosis by ensuring that the infectious droplets are carried outside and not circulated within the facility. Ventilation to the outside decreases the risk of transmission to other individuals. Wearing a gown (B) may be necessary when in close contact with the client, but it is not the most important intervention for preventing the spread of tuberculosis. Prohibiting visitors (C) may isolate the client but does not directly address infection control. Administering a tuberculin skin test (D) prior to discharge is not relevant to the initial admission and management of an active tuberculosis case.