The unvaccinated child presents to the emergency department with a fever lasting 6 days, malaise, and a new, diffuse, maculopapular rash that started on the face and has spread to the chest and arms. Prior to entering the room to assess the patient, the nurse dons which personal protective equipment (PPE)? Select all that apply.

Gown, Gloves, N95 respirator. The patient’s symptoms and unvaccinated status suggest the patient has measles. Airborne precautions must be instituted and the PPE required when caring for this patient include gown, gloves, and an N95 respirator. Shoe covers and eye protection are only necessary if it is likely the healthcare professional will be exposed to large amounts of infectious fluids that spill on the floor or are sprayed into the face. A surgical hat is unnecessary.

The unvaccinated child presents to the emergency department with ...

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Topics: Disease Prevention Health Care Ethics, Law, and Policy Health Care Quality Immunity Infection Inflammation

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