Measles: Guidance for First Receivers

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This two-page resource provides guidance for first receivers exposed to children with measles. Suspected cases should be quickly identified, masked, and isolated in special rooms if possible. Measles is diagnosed by PCR or IgM blood tests. The goal is to minimize exposure to prevent transmission of this highly contagious infection.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Communicable Diseases; Disease Outbreaks; Immunity; Measles; Measles Vaccine; Measles virus; Personnel, Hospital; Pregnancy Complications, Infectious; Serologic Tests; Vaccination; Infection Control; Post-Exposure Prophylaxis

Institutions: Gulf 7 - Pediatric Disaster Network (G7)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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