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droplet precautions

phrase/ˈdrɒplɪt prɪˈkɔːʃənz/

C1CEFR level
78/100Rarity: rare
TechnicalRegister

Infection-control measures against pathogens spread by respiratory droplets over short distances.

Suspected meningococcal disease warrants droplet precautions until treated for 24 hours.

Topic: Infectious disease in Medical English

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