Question

Baby ruth was born without a thymus gland. immediate plans were made to perform a transplant. in the meantime, baby ruth was placed in strict isolation. even her parents were not allowed to touch her. why was she placed in the isolation unit?

Answer 1

Baby Ruth is placed in the isolation unit for the mean time while she haven't have the transplant yet because the thymus gland serves a big role in a person's immune system. And without having a thymus gland will most likely expose the baby to certain viruses that may complicate her health.