A client has been identified as having a very virulent bacterial infection that is spread through close physical contact. The medical assistant understands that, in order to decrease the chance of spreading these organisms, which of the following infection control precautions should be observed?

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For infections spread by direct contact with infected items, the nursing staff would implement contact precautions. All other precautions listed are not necessary. Standard precautions, which is not listed as an option, would also be used.

A Client Has Been Identified as Having a Very Virulent