Which statement regarding the pathophysiology of TB is accurate?
1. The settling of the bacillus in the alveoli triggers the clotting response.
2. Macrophages form hard tubercules around bacilli that always remain dormant in the lungs.
3. TB can affect the lungs, spinal cord, bone formation and the brain.
4. Tubercles in the lungs can remain dormant or progress to active tuberculosis, but are not as prevalent in children.
Question 2
The pediatric nurse reminds the ancillary personnel that cultural needs and customs of the dying patient from an Asian culture are:
a. The same across all cultures
b. Secondary to providing care
c. Best discussed using an interpreter
d. Unique to a given culture