Re: Dimensions between patient beds and between patient chairs

We re-examined the chestnut of the commonly stated 1m ‘rule’ in droplet precautions and found it not to be reflected in the CDC 2007 Isolation guideline which refers to to 6-10 feet in fact

The ASID/AICA statement on IC for influenza discusses this and recommended at least 2 metres with use of curtains between beds in cohorted areas to absorb droplets

http://www.mja.com.au/public/issues/191_08_191009/fer10972_fm.html

Kind regards
John

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