The client has been diagnosed with streptococcal pharyngitis. The nurse would initiate what transmission based precautions? a. Airborne precautions b.Droplet precautions c. Contact precautions d.Protective environment also known as neutropenic or reverse precautions

The client has been diagnosed with streptococcal pharyngitis. The nurse would initiate what transmission based precautions? a. Airborne precautions b.Droplet precautions c. Contact precautions d.Protective environment also known as neutropenic or reverse precautions

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

7th Edition

ISBN:9781305441620

Author:WOODROW

Publisher:WOODROW

Chapter26: Respiratory System Drugs And Antihistamines

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10CRQ

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