CAVIT Direct Care Worker Fundamentals Practice Exam

Which group is considered at high risk for tuberculosis infection?

1. Children in schools

2. College students living in dormitories

3. Individuals in group homes or prisons

4. Office workers in high-rise buildings

The correct answer is: Individuals in group homes or prisons

Individuals in group homes or prisons are considered at high risk for tuberculosis (TB) infection due to the close living conditions and limited ventilation commonly found in these environments. In group homes and prisons, people often live in close quarters, which facilitates the spread of TB from person to person, especially in situations where individuals may have underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems. The congregate living arrangements increase the likelihood of exposure to infectious droplets that are expelled when an infected person coughs or sneezes. In contrast, while children in schools and college students in dormitories may also be in close contact, the level of risk is generally lower compared to environments like prisons or group homes. Office workers typically have more controlled and less crowded environments, reducing their risk significantly in comparison to those living in group settings where TB can spread more easily.