An infant is admitted with a diagnosis of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. The type of transmission-based isolation precaution the nurse would set up would be:
(Select All that Apply)
contact precautions.
standard precautions.
droplet precautions.
airborne infection isolation precautions.
Correct Answer : A,B,C
A. Contact precautions: RSV is spread through direct contact with secretions, making contact precautions essential.
B. Standard precautions: Always used for all patients to reduce risk of transmission of pathogens.
C. Droplet precautions: RSV can also be transmitted via large respiratory droplets, so droplet precautions are appropriate.
D. Airborne infection isolation precautions: RSV is not airborne; negative-pressure rooms and N95 masks are not required.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Supine: This position can impair lung expansion and increase risk of aspiration or atelectasis.
B. Side-lying: May improve comfort but does not optimize bilateral lung expansion.
C. Upright: An upright or semi-Fowler's position maximizes chest expansion and oxygenation-the most effective for respiratory distress.
D. Prone: Prone may be used in ICU settings for ARDS but is not first-line for general respiratory distress in children.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Swimming: Safe and even recommended as it is low-impact and doesn’t stress the joints.
B. Analgesics: Non-aspirin analgesics like acetaminophen are generally safe for pain control.
C. Citrus fruits: No contraindication; they are a healthy part of the diet.
D. Salicylates: Salicylates (e.g., aspirin) inhibit platelet function, increasing bleeding risk, which is dangerous in hemophilia.
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