Doors Open or Closed

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Hi,

So I just wanted to get clarification on the requirements for the different isolation and contact precautions. Must the door be open or closed for the patient? I keep seeing conflicting information and just want verification.

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Specializes in ER/Tele, Med-Surg, Faculty, Urgent Care.

Closed for isolation.

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So the door should be closed for airborne and droplet patients and open for contact patients?

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Airborne: Keep door closed. Droplet: Door can remain open, be mindful that droplets can travel 3-5 ft. Standing in the doorway could be ok. Contact: Door open.

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