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What should be done first when full PPE is necessary?
What should be done first when full PPE is necessary?
- Perform hand hygiene (correct)
- Apply goggles
- Apply gloves
- Apply a mask
What should be done if a break or tear is noticed in a glove while providing care?
What should be done if a break or tear is noticed in a glove while providing care?
- Disregard the tear if it's small
- Apply an extra glove over the torn one
- Continue using the glove as long as it still fits securely
- Change the gloves (correct)
Why is it important to instruct family members on isolation precautions regarding glove application?
Why is it important to instruct family members on isolation precautions regarding glove application?
- To increase awareness of glove manufacturing
- To reduce the number of gloves used in healthcare facilities
- To prevent the spread of infectious organisms between patients (correct)
- To demonstrate the durability of medical gloves
When is reapplying gloves unnecessary for a nurse providing care?
When is reapplying gloves unnecessary for a nurse providing care?
What do sensitivity reports determine in relation to antibiotics?
What do sensitivity reports determine in relation to antibiotics?
What is the purpose of collecting body fluids and secretions for culture and sensitivity tests?
What is the purpose of collecting body fluids and secretions for culture and sensitivity tests?
Why is it essential to use clean gloves and sterile equipment during specimen collection?
Why is it essential to use clean gloves and sterile equipment during specimen collection?
What action should be taken if laboratory technologists identify resistant microorganisms in a culture specimen?
What action should be taken if laboratory technologists identify resistant microorganisms in a culture specimen?
What is the significance of emphasizing hand hygiene after removing gloves?
What is the significance of emphasizing hand hygiene after removing gloves?
Why are sensitivity reports essential when ordering antibiotics for treatment?
Why are sensitivity reports essential when ordering antibiotics for treatment?
