Infection Control · single question
A patient with ACTIVE tuberculosis has a true dental emergency. Appropriate management?
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Correct answer: A. N95 respirator and treat in an isolated (negative-pressure) room
- A. Correct. Active TB requires airborne precautions: N95 (or higher) respirator and an airborne-infection isolation room; only emergency care should be rendered until the patient is non-infectious.
- B. Incorrect. A standard surgical mask does not protect against airborne TB aerosols.
- C. Incorrect. A true emergency must be addressed; care is provided with proper airborne precautions, not simply deferred.
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