Question

the nurse is caring for a client who has active tuberculosis and is under airborne precautions. the health care provider prescribes a computed tomography (ct) examination of the chest. which action by the nurse is appropriate? place a surgical mask on the client and transport to the ct department at the specified time. request that the examination be done at the bedside. question the need for the examination, because the client must remain under airborne precautions. notify the ct department in advance so other clients and staff can be removed from the area.

Explanation:

When a client with active tuberculosis (under airborne precautions) needs a CT scan, placing a surgical mask on the client reduces the spread of airborne particles during transport. Bedside CT isn't standard unless medically necessary (not indicated here). Questioning the exam is wrong as it's a valid diagnostic tool. Removing others from the CT area isn't practical or standard practice compared to masking the client.

Answer:

Place a surgical mask on the client and transport to the CT department at the specified time.