Infection Control Flashcards
1
Q
Airborne precautions
A
TB, measles, shingles , chickenpox,
Control measures: N95, negative pressure room
During transport patient wear a surgical mask nurse wears N95
Leave isolation once lesions are dry
2
Q
Contact Precautions
A
MRSA, VRE, C-diff , scabies
Control measures: Soap and water for C diff and scabies gloves gown private room equipment for single use
3
Q
Droplet precautions
A
Bacterial meningitis influenza strep group a pertussis mumps rubella diphtheria Hib
Surgical mask and private room
Gown gloves eye protection
