Question

quiz - unit 3: transmission - based precautions infection control 3 of 9 which of the following is not standard practice for a patient with tuberculosis? maintain a room temperature of 90 degrees. those who enter the room should wear respiratory protection. keep the room at negative pressure. move the patient to an isolation room.

Explanation:

Tuberculosis is an airborne - transmitted disease. Standard precautions include isolating the patient in a negative - pressure room and having people entering the room wear respiratory protection. Maintaining a specific room temperature of 90 degrees is not a standard practice for TB patients.

Answer:

A. Maintain a room temperature of 90 degrees.