Which statement correctly distinguishes isolation from quarantine?
Correct answer: B. Isolation separates sick people, while quarantine restricts exposed people
- A. Isolation separates exposed people, while quarantine separates sick people
- B. Isolation separates sick people, while quarantine restricts exposed people
- C. Both terms refer only to respiratory infections
- D. Both terms require that a person has confirmed disease
Explanation
Isolation separates people who are infected or ill from others. Quarantine restricts the movement of people who have been exposed and may become ill, even when they have no symptoms.
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