PPE True or False
Depending on the precaution, visitors must wear PPE as well.
True
Where can the policy on PPE be found at UPMC?
What is the infonet?
What precaution requires only hand hygiene when entering and exiting a room?
What is standard precautions?
PPE is removed outside the patient room.
False
Who does the PPE protect when wearing it into a patient room?
Who is the nurse?
What precaution requires only a mask?
What is droplet precautions?
Only nurses must wear PPE when entering a room on precautions.
False
How does UPMC let staff know a patient is on precautions?
What is signs outside the door?
What precaution requires an N95 or Papr and to wash hands with soap and water?
What is Airborn Precautions