Via what route is tuberculosis spread?
a. Direct contact
b. Fecal-oral route
c. Fomite
d. Inhaled particles
ANS: D
Tuberculosis is acquired by inhalation of infectious particles is the basis for a policy whereby pa-tients with suspected or proven tuberculosis who are coughing are placed in respiratory isolation, thereby minimizing the risk of disease transmission within the hospital setting.
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