Complete Solutions
The masks that you will wear when caring for the residents with
TB are called respirator masks. T/F correct answer: True
Tuberculosis is caused by: correct answer: the tubercle bacillus
a type of bacterium
A person with TB may not exhibit: correct answer: Ringing in
the ears
Protect yourself from the risk of TB exposure in the following
ways: correct answer: All are correct
Why must healthcare workers be concerned about tuberculosis?
correct answer: There is an increased possibility of coming into
contact with someone with tuberculosis
The skin test for TB is positive if a bump about the size of a
pencil eraser or bigger appears on your arm. T/F correct answer:
True
The person does not look or feel ill when s/he has TB infection.
T/F correct answer: True
To protect their employees from TB, most healthcare facilities:
correct answer: Test new employees for TB at time of hire