An older client admitted to the hospital with symptoms strongly suggestive of tuberculosis has a negative Mantoux test.The nurse correctly anticipates that:
A)the purified protein derivative ( PPD ) test will be administered.
B)a chest x-ray will be ordered to detect possible infiltration.
C)therapy consisting of a combination of bactericidal drugs will be initiated.
D)the skin test will be repeated to achieve a booster effect.

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Tuberculin skin testing in older clients is an unreliable indicator of TB because they are more likely to have false-negative results due to reduced immune system activity. If skin testing is used, it is recommended that the standard 5 tuberculin unit (TU) Mantoux test be given and then repeated to create a booster effect.

An Older Client Admitted to the Hospital with Symptoms Strongly