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What should a nurse do while waiting for a patient with confirmed Tuberculosis (TB) to be placed in a negative-pressure room?

  1. Place the patient in a semi-private room shared with another TB patient
  2. Have the patient and nurse wear a surgical mask and keep the door open
  3. Use a private room, an N95 mask during transport, and limit transport
  4. Take no special precautions until the negative-pressure room is ready
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Correct answer: Use a private room, an N95 mask during transport, and limit transport

While waiting for the proper airborne room, a private room and limiting spread with a patient mask and nurse precautions are appropriate.

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