A child with suspected measles is admitted to a paediatric ward. Which infection-control action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Place the child in airborne precautions and check immunisation history
- A. Place the child in airborne precautions and check immunisation history
- B. Use only contact precautions and share the room with infants
- C. Stop all fluids until the rash has completely disappeared
- D. Apply topical antibiotics to every skin lesion
Explanation
Measles spreads through airborne particles, so airborne precautions and assessment of immunisation status are important. The child also needs supportive care, including fluids and monitoring for complications such as pneumonia, diarrhoea and vitamin A deficiency.
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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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