An adolescent with impetigo is seen in the dermatology clinic. Due to the nature of the skin disorder, the nurse implements which type of precautions when caring for this patient?
A) Reverse isolation
B) Contact
C) Droplet
D) Airborne
Ans: B
Feedback: Because impetigo is a contagious disorder, infected people should avoid contact with other people until the lesions heal. Contact precautions should be in place when caring for a patient with impetigo. The patient does not need to be in reverse isolation. Droplet or airborne precautions are not necessary for this patient.
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