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What is the difference between standard and additional precautions, and when would additional precautions be used in minimising risk of transfer of infectious disease?

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Step-by-step explanation:

The difference is - standard precautions are gloves, mask,

additional precautions are for someone with MRSA, or very infectious diseases, add a grown, shoe covers, thicker mask etc.....

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