We all know the importance of a flu shot, and that goes without saying, especially as a nurse. The thing is, not every flu shot covers every type of flu, so, and ultimately, you could still come down with a strain of flu that you were not vaccinated against. If you have a patient from a different country, or even outside your local region, and they have the flu, be extra careful. The vaccinations for flu can be generalized to your local area. This means that a patient from another region could expose you to a flu that you have no antibodies against. When working with a patient under these circumstances, take extra caution, masks, protective gown, and be sure to wash hands when leaving the room. Tips for Avoiding Flu - During flu season, be sure you get plenty of rest. It can be difficult to always get 8 hours’ sleep, however, during times that there is an outbreak of flu, and you work in a hospital where flu patients are all around you, it's essential. A proper amount of rest
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