What is the recommended period of isolation for a suspected case of diphtheria?: (A) 7 days, (B) 10 days, (C) 12 days, (D) 14 days
Answer is D. All suspected or confirmed cases and carriers of diphtheria should be isolated preferably in a hospital for at least 14 days or until proved free of infection by two consecutive nose and throat swabs taken 24 hours apa. Ref: Park 21st edition, page 150.