What type of precautions are necessary when caring for a toddler with varicella?
a. Contact
b. Protective
c. Airborne infection
d. Large droplet infection
ANS: C
Airborne-infection precautions are used for patients with conditions such as tuberculosis, varicella, and rubella. Small airborne particles caught on floating dust in the room can be inhaled from anywhere in the room.
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