Microbiology · practice question
A 52-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to sepsis pathophysiology basics. Assessment data include isolation precautions ordered for confirmed pulmonary tuberculosis. Which finding requires the nurse to intervene immediately?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. The new finding that isolation precautions ordered for confirmed pulmonary tuberculosis.
Why
Follow-up items test whether the nurse recognizes cues that are new, acute, or inconsistent with stability and need prompt nursing action.
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