The nurse has received a report from the emergency department that a patient with tuberculosis will be coming to the unit.What items will the nurse need to care for this patient?

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Tuberculosis is a disease that is transmitted by droplets that remain in the air for long periods of time.Caring for this patient requires a private room,negative-pressure airflow in room,and wearing an N95 respirator that has been fit-tested,gloves,gown,and eyewear.This patient will not be in Droplet Precautions,and instead requires Airborne Precaution signs.This type of patient requires more than the average surgical mask for protection.

The Nurse Has Received a Report from the Emergency Department