Measles patient ordered into isolation, but remains in the ED for 12 hours.
Having isolation protocols in place is not always a guarantee they will be followed, as illustrated by an outbreak of measles at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. Here are some tips for helping to ensure a smooth transition from the isolation order to placing the patient in an isolation bed: Have an action plan in place that outlines the steps to be taken once the isolation order is given. Clearly delineate who is responsible for taking which specific actions. Empower everyone in the department with the ability to notice and point out anything that seems out of the ordinary.
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