Airborne Precautions on the NCLEX
When to use airborne: TB, measles, varicella, COVID (often), disseminated zoster.
Airborne precautions for small particles that travel long distances.
Examples
TB, measles, varicella, disseminated zoster, smallpox, SARS-CoV-2 (often per facility).
Room
Negative-pressure room with door closed. HEPA filtration.
PPE
N95 respirator (fit-tested). Higher-tier (PAPR) for some procedures.
Transport
Patient wears surgical mask. Limit unnecessary transport.
Frequently asked
TB precautions discontinue?
3 consecutive negative AFB sputums and clinical improvement.
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