A child diagnosed with pertussis is admitted with frequent coughing spells but is stable between episodes. Which infection-control measure is appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Use droplet precautions during the infectious period
- A. Use droplet precautions during the infectious period
- B. Use contact precautions only after the cough stops
- C. Allow close contact because the child is afebrile
- D. Place the child in airborne isolation for the whole admission
Explanation
Pertussis spreads mainly through respiratory droplets, so droplet precautions help protect staff and other children. Airborne isolation is not routinely required, and absence of fever does not remove the risk of transmission.
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Common childhood illnesses include acute respiratory infections, diarrhoeal disease, dehydration, measles, mumps, chickenpox, pertussis and worm infestations. The subject focuses on causes, signs, transmission, assessment, prevention and nursing care, especially distinguishing pneumonia from less severe respiratory infection and classifying dehydration by clinical findings.
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