You are assigned to care for a resident in long-term care during an influenza outbreak. What additional action, beyond Routine Practices, is primarily emphasized to limit the spread of influenza?

Question: You are assigned to care for a resident in long-term care during an influenza outbreak. What additional action, beyond Routine Practices, is primarily emphasized to limit the spread of influenza?

Answer options:

• Wearing sterile gloves for all care activities.
• Restricting the resident's fluid intake. ✅ Wearing a surgical mask when within 2 metres of the resident.
• Disinfecting all surfaces with bleach daily.

Correct answer: Wearing a surgical mask when within 2 metres of the resident.

Explanation: During an influenza outbreak, droplet precautions are implemented which includes wearing a surgical mask when working within 2 metres of a resident with suspected or confirmed influenza. This is to protect against respiratory droplets.