Pandemic influenza infection control measures for hospital and healthcare personnel

The emergence of a novel swine-origin influenza A (H1N1)v virus has dramatically impacted healthcare institutions across the globe. Key components of pandemic influenza preparedness include rapid implementation of infection prevention and control procedures and practices to prevent transmission of both existing and novel pathogens. In addition to standard precautions, droplet precautions shoould be implemented in case of contact with an H1N1 infected patient.