Infection Prevention Manual

EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN ventilation or collecting the specimen while outside the dwelling. e. The home care staff collecting these specimens should wear respiratory protection during the procedure. f. The home care staff should instruct patients with suspected or confirmed TB patients to cover their mouths and noses with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. g. The home care staff should instruct patients on TB medications in the importance of taking their medications as prescribed. h. The home care staff should instruct patients at risk for developing TB in the importance of having pulmonary symptoms evaluated promptly for early detection of and treatment for TB.