Infection controlQuestion 1151 of 1700
Why does an isolation sign not name the germ?
- Staff are not allowed to know the germ
- The germ is always unknown at first
- Privacy law (HIPAA) bars posting it
- Germ names are too long for signs
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Correct answer: Privacy law (HIPAA) bars posting it
The sign tells people to ask the nurse before they enter.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.4: Precautions Used to Prevent the Spread of Infection
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026