Condition
Pertussis
A one-page care plan for patients with Pertussis, covering Purpose, Prevention & Protection, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition, Next Steps & Numbers, Consistency & Clarity, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Prevention & Protection
- I understand pertussis (whooping cough) is a contagious bacterial infection affecting the airways
- I understand this illness can cause severe coughing fits that may last for weeks
- I know pertussis spreads easily through coughing and respiratory droplets
- I take prescribed antibiotics exactly as directed to reduce infection and transmission
- I avoid close contact with infants, pregnant women, or vulnerable individuals during infection
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition, Next Steps & Numbers
5 points, for partners
Consistency & Clarity
4 points, for partners
Indications
3 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Pertussis is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.