In addition, obesity may cause significant restrictive lung physiology and lead to obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS). Restrictive lung disease is associated with nocturnal pathophysiology, including sleep disturbances and breathing and oxygenation impairments during sleep.
Droplet precautions are in addition to Standard Precautions. PLUS. Masks and Respirators. Wear a facemask, such as a procedure or surgical mask, for close contact (within 3 feet of the patient) with the patient; the facemask should be donned upon entering the exam room.
If you need to be in the same room, wearing a mask may help for a brief exposure. Covering the mouth or nose when coughing or sneezing decreases droplet spread to some degree. Related concepts: Droplet transmission, Fecalâoral transmission, Contact transmission, Body-fluid transmission. Contagious Diseases & Conditions