An older patient is diagnosed with tuberculosis. What should be included in the nurse's disease process instruction? Select all that apply.

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Tuberculosis can affect other body tissues beyond the lungs. It spreads through airborne transmission, making it highly contagious. It is a chronic infection primarily affecting the lungs. Older individuals, especially those in communal settings like nursing homes, are at higher risk for tuberculosis.

An Older Patient Is Diagnosed with Tuberculosis