A client’s sputum smears for acid-fast bacillus (AFB) are positive, and transmission-based precautions are instituted. What should the nurse teach family members to do?
1
Avoid contact with objects in the room.
2
Limit their contact with nonexposed people.
3
Put on a gown and gloves before going into the room.
4
Wear a high-efficiency particulate respirator when visiting.