01
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What do Transmission-Based Precautions add?
Back
They add route-specific measures when Standard Precautions alone may not prevent the spread of infection.
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02
Front
When should Transmission-Based Precautions be used?
Back
Use them for suspected as well as confirmed infections.
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How do Transmission-Based Precautions relate to Standard Precautions?
Back
They are always used in addition to Standard Precautions; they do not replace them.
04
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Can an infection require more than one Transmission-Based category?
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More than one category may be needed for an infection.
05
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What routes of spread do Contact Precautions address?
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Contact Precautions address spread through direct contact with a patient or indirect contact with contaminated equipment or surroundings.
06
Front
What PPE is generally used for Contact Precautions?
Back
Wear a gown and gloves for interactions that may involve contact with the patient or their environment.
07
Front
Name an infection example for Contact Precautions.
Back
C. difficile infection is an example for which Contact Precautions may be used.
08
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How do respiratory droplets spread?
Back
Droplet Precautions address pathogens spread through respiratory droplets, such as those produced by coughing, sneezing, or talking.
09
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What should staff wear when entering a space under Droplet Precautions?
Back
Wear a mask when entering the patient’s room or care space.
10
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What masking measure helps during necessary transport on Droplet Precautions?
Back
If possible, have the patient wear a mask during medically necessary transport.
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What kind of spread do Airborne Precautions address?
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Airborne Precautions address pathogens that can remain infectious in the air over distance.
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What room and respirator are used for Airborne Precautions?
Back
Use an airborne infection isolation room (AIIR) and a fit-tested NIOSH-approved N95 respirator or higher-level respirator.
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