Surgical Mask Quiz

To completely filter out all viruses and bacteria

To prevent contact transmission of pathogens

To provide a tight fit around the wearer's face

To interfere with direct airflow in and out of respiratory orifices (correct)

By completely eliminating all pathogens in the surrounding air

By neutralizing airborne pathogens

By creating a seal around the wearer's face

By trapping respiratory droplets ejected when sneezing or coughing (correct)

Partial protection due to the typically loose fit (correct)

Protection against specific types of viruses only

Complete protection against all airborne diseases

No protection at all

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