When evaluating a patient with tuberculosis, paramedics should protect themselves by:
A) placing a HEPA respirator on the patient.
B) wearing surgical masks.
C) wearing HEPA respirators.
D) placing nonrebreather masks on their patients.

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To protect themselves from tuberculosis, paramedics should wear HEPA respirators, as these masks are specifically designed to filter out small airborne particles. Surgical masks and nonrebreather masks may not provide enough protection against the transmission of tuberculosis.

When Evaluating a Patient with Tuberculosis, Paramedics Should Protect Themselves