Standard precautions Work practices that constitute the first-line approach to infection prevention and control in the healthcare setting. These are recommended for the treatment and care of all patients. Surgical masks Loose-fitting, single-use items that cover the nose and mouth. They include products labelled as dental, medical procedure, isolation and laser masks. Suspected case Refers to both a person under investigation and a suspected case.
Standard precautions Work practices that constitute the first-line approach to infection prevention and control in the healthcare setting. These are recommended for the treatment and care of all patients. Surgical masks Loose-fitting, single-use items that cover the nose and mouth. They include products labelled as dental, medical procedure, isolation and laser masks. Suspected case Refers to both a person under investigation and a suspected case.
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