Question

A client in the emergency department is diagnosed with a communicable disease. When complications of the disease are discovered, the client is admitted to the hospital and placed in respiratory isolation. Which infection warrants airborne isolation?

Answer 1

The infection that warrants airborne isolation is that of Measles.

Explanation:

• Measles is a serious viral disorder borne by a virus named 'Measles' (the disease has got its name from the virus causing it).
• Small children who are unvaccinated and pregnant women are the most vulnerable probable victims of measles infection.
• The disease is highly contagious and spreads through coming in contact with an infected person.
• The early symptoms are high fever, runny nose, rashes, inflamed eyes, etc.