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Which type of precautions are required for patients with infections that spread via droplets larger than 5 microns in diameter?
Droplet precautions
What is the basic level of infection-control practices health care workers must perform before, during, and after every encounter with patients to prevent the spread of infection?
Standard precautions
Which infections require more than one type of transmission-based precautions?
Varicella
In what situations should patients wear a mask when requiring droplet precautions?
Especially when there is the possibility of encountering other patients, visitors, or staff
Which type of infections require contact precautions?
Infections that spread via direct contact or contact with the environment
Test your knowledge on infection control precautions including standard precautions and means of transmission of pathogens. Learn about the different types of transmission-based precautions and basic infection control practices for healthcare workers.
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