CHAPTER

Infectious and

Communicable

Conditions

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Learning Objectives

At the end of the chapter, the student will be able to

1 Understand the stages of infection.

2 Identify signs of diphtheria.

3 Know the interventions for pertussis.

4 Explain the treatment for pertussis.

5 Care for a patient who is diagnosed with tetanus.

6 Assess a patient who has fifth disease.

7 Teach families about the mumps.

8 Intervene with a patient who has poliomyelitis.

9 Describe the incubation period for roseola infantum.

10 Discuss the transmission of rubella.

11 Recognize when a patient diagnosed with rubeola is contagious.