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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Therefore, they do not require fit-testing. are different masks that protect against -
ANS-Surgical masks protect against large droplets and splashes. Therefore, they do not
require fit-testing. Respirators are different masks that protect against small particles
and microorganisms. They require fit-testing.
When donning personal protective equipment (PPE), which item is last to put on? -
ANS-The correct order for putting on PPE is gown, mask, goggles, and gloves.
When using personal protective equipment (PPE), when should handwashing be
performed? Select all that apply. - ANS-When using PPE, handwashing should be
performed before donning PPE, after all PPE has been removed, and after removing
gloves.
Unless hands or gloves are visibly soiled, handwashing is not needed before removing
eye protection (goggles) or before applying a mask.
During a visit by state inspectors, a nurse was questioned about the use of personal
protective equipment (PPE). Which statement made by the nurse indicates a need for
more training? - ANS-The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA, 2004)
requires that all employers protect their employees from workplace hazards and train
them on PPE. There are limitations of PPE, such as restricted comfort and movement.
The benefits of wearing PPE are lost if it is taken off while caring for the client.
Match each type of mask with the correct scenario. - ANS-Fabric mask: Worn by the
public during outbreaks of respiratory transmitted infections (e.g., COVID-19 and
influenza). While fabric masks are less effective than surgical or N95 masks, they offer
more protection than wearing no mask at all.
Surgical mask: Nurse is completing a sterile central line dressing change. Surgical
masks are more effective than fabric masks and should be used by high-risk individuals
(e.g., immunocompromised) when exposed to airborne or droplet-spread diseases.
N95 mask: Used by healthcare colleagues when caring for a client on airborne
precautions. It is also recommended for high-risk individuals who must be in public
during times of widespread airborne or droplet spread infections.
Gloves - ANS-Giving a bed bath
Administering an eye medication
Changing a wound dressing
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