A child with meningococcemia is being admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit. This child should be placed in which type of room?
A)Private room, in respiratory isolation
B)Private room, in protective isolation
C)Private room, but not in isolation
D)Semiprivate room

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Meningococcemia is caused by Neisseria meningitidis, which can be transmitted through respiratory droplets. Therefore, a private room in respiratory isolation is necessary to prevent the spread of infection to others.

A Child with Meningococcemia Is Being Admitted to the Pediatric