ANSWER TO QUIZ OF THE WEEK FOR MARCH 16, 2007

Droplet precautions are required for the following indications:

• Respiratory infection of unknown origin
• Febrile Respiratory Illness (FRI)
• Influenza, parainfluenza, RSV
• Bacterial meningititis or petechial rash
• Rubella (German measles)
• Pertussis (whooping cough)

 

Gina Case, Clinical Educator, CCTC

 

Brenda Morgan
Clinical Nurse Specialist, CCTC
Last Update: March 16, 2007