Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a single-stranded RNA virus that is transmitted by respiratory droplets. It is highly transmissible and can be quite severe, especially when young children or neonates are affected.

In this episode, you’ll get an introduction to all the key elements of RSV using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method.

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Last Updated on January 12, 2025 by Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN