An OR nurse is teaching a nursing student about the principles of surgical asepsis as a requirement in the restricted zone of the operating suite. What personal protective equipment should the nurse wear at all times in the restricted zone of the OR?
A) Reusable shoe covers
B) Mask covering the nose and mouth
C) Goggles
D) Gloves
Ans: B
Feedback:
Masks are worn at all times in the restricted zone of the OR. Shoe covers are worn one time only; goggles and gloves are worn as required, but not necessarily at all times.
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