Transmission-based precautions
Define Communicable Disease
A disease caused by a pathogenic organism that can be easily transmitted to others
Which PPE must be worn when treating a patient on droplet precautions?
A surgical mask
Which parts of the gown are considered contaminated?
The outside and waist ties
Should gloves be applied under or over the cuffs of the gown and WHY?
Over. Gloves should cover the wrist cuffs to create a continuous barrier. (There should be no exposed skin between the glove and the gown sleeve.)
Which PPE do you need when treating a patient who has varicella (chicken pox)?
An N95, P100, or high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) mask