The clinic nurse is educating a group of new moms on the risk factors and prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The nurse is aware that which action is the best way to prevent RSV?
A) Hand washing
B) Monitoring temperature
C) Administering antibiotics
D) Limiting fluid intake
Answer: A
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to prevent RSV is through good hand hygiene and infection-control measures. This can be accomplished through frequent washing of hands with soap and water and avoiding sharing items such as food, cups, or utensils with infected individuals. Using hand disinfectants will also kill the virus. Monitoring temperature would not prevent infection but would be appropriate for monitoring infection. Administering antibiotics is usually ordered by the physician when infection is suspected. There is no indication of the need to limit fluids, which could potentially produce other complications.
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