Which of the following statements in relation to this child with a rash, is/are correct?

Selected household contacts should be treated.
Select True or False

 

 

This statement is True.

As a rule, the following contacts should be given prophylactic rifampicin.

· Household contacts less than 24 months of age
· Contacts who have kissed the patient in the previous 10 days
· Those who have attended the same day centre