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What is the recommended material for gloves as part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What is the recommended material for gloves as part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
- Vinyl
- Polyethylene
- Latex or nitrile (correct)
- Rubber
At what distance can droplet transmission occur from a patient?
At what distance can droplet transmission occur from a patient?
- 3-6 foot radius (correct)
- 10-12 foot radius
- Direct contact only
- 1-2 foot radius
What is the mode of transmission for airborne infectious agents?
What is the mode of transmission for airborne infectious agents?
- Droplet nuclei (correct)
- Direct contact
- Indirect contact
- Large droplets
When should PPE be removed and discarded?
When should PPE be removed and discarded?
What does PPE protect healthcare personnel from?
What does PPE protect healthcare personnel from?
What is the distance range for droplet transmission from a patient?
What is the distance range for droplet transmission from a patient?
Which type of transmission involves droplet nuclei of ≤5 µm?
Which type of transmission involves droplet nuclei of ≤5 µm?
What is the recommended material for gloves as part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What is the recommended material for gloves as part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What does PPE protect healthcare personnel from?
What does PPE protect healthcare personnel from?
When should PPE be worn according to the guidelines?
When should PPE be worn according to the guidelines?