46. A sudden cluster of severe acute respiratory illness is reported among healthcare workers in a hospital. What is the urgent epidemiological action?
A.
Close the hospital immediately.
B.
Implement infection control measures, isolate suspected cases, and initiate contact tracing within the hospital.
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C.
Wait for the cluster to spread to the general population.
D.
Treat all healthcare workers prophylactically.
📖 Additional Information
Close the hospital immediately.
Implement infection control measures, isolate suspected cases, and initiate contact tracing within the hospital.
Wait for the cluster to spread to the general population.
