Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Simulated
A 10-year old child is admitted to the hospital with complications related to chickenpox. The nurse should do which of the following to prevent the transmission of the infection to other children on the unit? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,E
Rationale
Chickenpox requires contact and airborne precautions (gown, mask, gloves) and isolation until lesions crust. Rooming with an immune child reduces risk. Negative airflow is for diseases like tuberculosis.