Transmission-Based Precautions

Question 1

standard precautions

Answer 1

when handling blood, bodily fluid/tissues, open areas of skin, must use personal protective equipment- gloves, gown, mask, goggles and use hand hygiene

Question 2

contact precautions

Answer 2

hand washing, alcohol rub is acceptable, gown and gloves required, patient equipment is not shared

Question 3

contact plus precautions

Answer 3

alcohol rub is not acceptable, hand washing only, gloves and gowns required, patient equipment is not shared, thorough disinfectant procedure after with bleach

Question 4

droplet precautions

Answer 4

for containing spread of droplets >5 microns, patient isolated in private room, surgical ear loop mask and gown is required, also for patient if they leave the room

Question 5

airborne precautions

Answer 5

patient in negative pressure room, an N95 mask or a PAPR required, patients must use a surgical tie mask when leaving the room

Question 6

reverse (protective isolation)

Answer 6

a method to prevent immunocompromised patients from contracting or becoming contaminated. individuals entering the room wear a surgical mask, gloves and a gown