A long-term care facility has experienced an outbreak of scabies ...

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A long-term care facility has experienced an outbreak of scabies among the residents. Which of the following actions are likely to control the spread of the outbreak? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Antibiotic treatment for those residents who have tested positive
  B) An emphasis on vigilant hand hygiene
  C) Disinfection of mattresses and common areas
  D) Quarantine of the facility until the outbreak subsides
  E) Isolation of all the laundry in the facility

Question 2

A 69-year-old patient is admitted with severe diarrhea. His urinalysis report indicates an increased level of ketone bodies. This occurs with
 
  a. kidney disease.
  b. starvation or carbohydrate-restricted diets.
  c. infection.
  d. urolithiasis.

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Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
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While hand washing, disinfection of surfaces, and laundry isolation are all indicated, quarantine is not likely necessary, while antibiotics are not a relevant treatment.

Answer to Question 2

A
The presence of ketone bodies in the urine, ketoaciduria, occurs when excessive quantities for fatty acids are oxidized.