What is the purpose of transmission-based precautions?

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Transmission-based precautions are additional measures used when a resident has a known or suspected infectious agent to prevent transmission. They complement standard precautions and are chosen based on how the infection spreads—contact, droplet, or airborne. Examples include gloves and gown for contact, a mask (and eye protection as needed) for droplet, and a fit-tested N95 respirator with a negative-pressure room for airborne. They are not replacements for standard precautions and are applicable in various care settings, not just for visitors or in emergency departments.