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What is the primary purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in healthcare?
Which type of PPE is used to protect the respiratory tract from airborne infectious agents?
What does the use of goggles in healthcare primarily protect?
Which of the following PPE items is intended to protect the skin and clothing of health care providers?
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Which PPE item protects the face, mouth, nose, and eyes?
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Study Notes
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- PPE is specialized clothing and equipment worn by healthcare providers to protect them from hazards.
Types of PPE Used in Healthcare Settings
- Gloves: protect the hands from potential contamination
- Gowns/aprons: protect the skin and clothing from splashes and contact with bodily fluids
- Masks: protect the mouth and nose from airborne droplets and particles
- Respirators: protect the respiratory tract from airborne infectious agents, offering a higher level of protection than masks
Other PPE
- Goggles: protect the eyes from splashes and projectiles
- Face shields: provide a wider barrier than goggles and protect the face, mouth, nose, and eyes
- Hair cap: prevents hair from contaminating the workspace
- Shoes: protect the feet and prevent the spread of contaminants
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Test your knowledge on the importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used in healthcare settings. Learn about various types of PPE including gloves, gowns, masks, and more, and how they protect healthcare providers from hazards. Assess your understanding of the roles and functions of each type of PPE.
