A nurse is caring for a toddler who has respiratory syncytial virus. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. Wear an N95 respiratory mask while caring for the toddler: RSV is transmitted via droplet and direct contact, not airborne particles. An N95 mask is not required; a standard surgical mask is sufficient when indicated. Using an N95 would be unnecessary and does not align with standard RSV precautions. B. Place the toddler in a room with negative air pressure: Negative pressure rooms are reserved for airborne infections, such as tuberculosis or measles. RSV does not require airborne isolation, so a standard private room with contact and droplet precautions is appropriate. C. Use a designated stethoscope when caring for the toddler: RSV spreads via direct contact and contaminated surfaces. Using a stethoscope dedicated to the infected child helps prevent transmission to other clients, aligning with contact precaution protocols and reducing the risk of cross-contamination. D. Remove the disposable gown after leaving the toddler's room: Gowns should be removed before leaving the room, not after, to prevent contamination of other areas. Removing the gown inside the room maintains infection control.