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4 Isolation Procedures Free Online FlashCards

Study 4 Isolation Procedures with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
Front

How do Transmission-Based Precautions relate to Standard Precautions?

Back

Transmission-Based Precautions are used in addition to Standard Precautions.

02
Front

What room is generally preferred for a patient on Contact Precautions?

Back

A single-patient room is generally preferred when available.

03
Front

When may patients with the same pathogen share a room?

Back

Cohorting may be appropriate if the patients are suitable roommates and facility policy allows it.

04
Front

Which roommate should be avoided when placing an infectious patient?

Back

Avoid placing an infectious patient with someone at increased risk of severe infection.

05
Front

What is the preferred room setup for Airborne Precautions?

Back

Use an airborne infection isolation room (AIIR) and keep its door closed.

06
Front

What should staff do if an AIIR is unavailable?

Back

Follow facility procedures for temporary placement and transfer.

07
Front

What should an isolation sign tell people entering a room?

Back

The sign should state the required precautions and protective equipment or actions needed before entry.

08
Front

Should an isolation sign disclose the patient’s diagnosis?

Back

Do not post the patient’s diagnosis on the isolation sign.

09
Front

When should a patient on Transmission-Based Precautions be transported?

Back

Limit transport to medically necessary purposes.

10
Front

What source-control measures are used during transport on Droplet Precautions?

Back

For Droplet Precautions, have the patient wear a mask if tolerated and follow respiratory hygiene.

11
Front

What should staff do before a patient on Droplet Precautions arrives for a test?

Back

Notify the receiving area so staff can prepare for the required precautions.

12
Front

What should a caregiver do with contaminated PPE before transporting a patient on Contact Precautions?

Back

Remove and discard contaminated PPE, perform hand hygiene, and use clean PPE at the destination as needed.