Droplet Precautions

Introduction
Diseases Requiring Droplet Precautions
Specifications
Initiation
Documentation
Visitor Instructions
Patient Transport
Waste Removal
Discontinuation
of Droplet Precautions
Questions/Further Information


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Droplet Precautions
Initiaton
Droplet Precautions may be initiated by any of the following individuals responsible for the patient's care:
Attending or Resident Physician
Registered Nurse
Hospital Epidemiologist or Infection Control personnel

In the event that a difference of opinion arises concerning the need for Droplet Precautions, the final decision regarding the institution of control measures will be made by the Hospital Epidemiologist or his/her designated representative.


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