Which organism is commonly managed under contact precautions?

Which organism is commonly managed under contact precautions?

• A. Measles
• B. Tuberculosis
• C. MRSA
• D. Influenza

Answer: (C)

Transmission-based precautions are chosen by how an organism spreads. MRSA spreads mainly by direct contact with infected wounds, skin, or contaminated surfaces, so preventing contact transmission is key. That's why it’s commonly managed with contact precautions: healthcare workers wear gloves and gowns when entering the patient’s room, practice strict hand hygiene, and use dedicated equipment to prevent spreading the organism to others. Measles and tuberculosis spread through the air as small droplets or aerosols, which is why they require airborne precautions with negative-pressure rooms and respirators. Influenza mainly spreads by droplets, so droplet precautions are the primary containment method, though contact precautions may be used for handling contaminated surfaces.

Transmission-based precautions are chosen by how an organism spreads. MRSA spreads mainly by direct contact with infected wounds, skin, or contaminated surfaces, so preventing contact transmission is key. That's why it’s commonly managed with contact precautions: healthcare workers wear gloves and gowns when entering the patient’s room, practice strict hand hygiene, and use dedicated equipment to prevent spreading the organism to others.

Measles and tuberculosis spread through the air as small droplets or aerosols, which is why they require airborne precautions with negative-pressure rooms and respirators. Influenza mainly spreads by droplets, so droplet precautions are the primary containment method, though contact precautions may be used for handling contaminated surfaces.