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Airborne Precautions
TB, Varicella (chicken pox), Rubeola (measles), disseminated zoster (shingles)
Pathogens transmitted by airborne route, droplets remain suspended in the air. Negative Airflow Room,
- Gown & Glove if touching body fluids in likely.
- Use masks/respirators with pt with TB; people susceptible to varicella or rubeola should NOT enter room.
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Droplet Precautions
Influenza Type B, Meningitis, Pnuemonia, Scarlet Fever, Pertussis, Mumps, Rubella, Diptheria
Droplets >5microns, involves contact of conjunctiva or mucous membranes of nose or mouth, happens during coughing, sneezing, talking or during procedures such as suctioning or bronchoscopy.
Must wear mask if closer than 3 feet to patient. Door may remain open.
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Contact Precautions
MRSA, Vanco-resistan organisms, Herpes Simplex, Herpes Zoster, Hep A, C. Diff, RSV, Scabies
Wear gloves and gown when in contact with patient.
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