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1. A nurse is admitting a client who has active tuberculosis to a room on a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following room assignments should the nurse make for the client? A. A room with air exhaust directly to the outdoor environment Rationale: A room with air exhaust directly to the outside environment eliminates contamination of other client-care areas. This type of ventilation system is referred to as an airborne infection isolation room. B. A room with another nonsurgical client Rationale: A two-bed room with another nonsurgical client exposes the other client to tuberculosis. A client who has tuberculosis should have a private room. C. A room in the ICU Rationale: A client who has active tuberculosis and no other comorbidities is not critically ill. D. A room that is within view of the nurses' station Rationale: The client's room should be well ventilated and private, but it is not necessary for it to be close to the nurses' station.
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