The nursing assistant is caring for a client diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) needing to go to the radiology department for a necessary diagnostic test that cannot be done in the client's room. Place the steps followed by the nursing assistant in the correct order.
A) Apply mask to self.
B) Remove mask from self.
C) Apply separate mask to client.
D) Wash hands.

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The first step the assistant should take is to wash their hands. Second, apply their specially fitted mask before entering the isolation room. Third, apply a separate mask specifically used for the client snugly over the mouth and nose. Last, after washing their hands, the assistant may remove their mask and then the assistant may take the client to their diagnostic test.

The Nursing Assistant Is Caring for a Client Diagnosed with Tuberculosis