Posted: July 25th, 2017

A client’s sputum smears for acid fast bacilli (AFB) are positive, and transmission-based airborne precautions are ordered. Nurse Kyle should instruct visitors to:

A client’s sputum smears for acid fast bacilli (AFB) are positive, and transmission-based airborne precautions are ordered. Nurse Kyle should instruct visitors to:

A.Limit contact with non-exposed family members
B. Avoid contact with any objects present in the client’s room
C. Wear an Ultra-Filter mask when they are in the client’s room
D. Put on a gown and gloves before going into the client’s room