The nurse is preparing to perform open tracheostomy suctioning for a patient with methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) tracheitis. Which personal protective equipment does the nurse utilize for this procedure? Select all that apply.

Mask, Gloves, Face shield. The patient with tracheitis due to MSSA should be cared for based on standard precautions. During open tracheostomy suctioning, the nurse is at risk for being sprayed with respiratory secretions. Therefore, the nurse wears a mask, gloves, and a face shield in order to prevent secretions from entering the eyes, nose, and mouth. The gloves prevent further transfer of secretions on the hands. Shoe covers and gown are unnecessary for this procedure since it is unlikely that large quantities of liquid would splash on the floor or clothes.

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