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A nurse visits a household where a person with pulmonary tuberculosis is receiving treatment. Which action best supports prevention of transmission within the family?

Correct answer: B. Teach cough hygiene and improve ventilation in shared rooms

  • A. Advise the patient to stop treatment when symptoms improve
  • B. Teach cough hygiene and improve ventilation in shared rooms
  • C. Recommend that all family members take antibiotics without assessment
  • D. Tell the family to keep the patient permanently isolated outdoors

Explanation

Cough hygiene, good ventilation and correct treatment reduce the spread of pulmonary tuberculosis. Treatment should not be stopped early, and contacts require assessment rather than unsupervised antibiotics.

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