The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client diagnosed with varicella. Which of the following personal protective equipment should the nurse use when entering the client's room?
1. Face shield with mask and gown
2. Gloves and gown
3. A high-efficiency particulate air filter mask
4. Surgical mask
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A high-efficiency particulate air filter mask is required personal protective equipment for the care of a client with varicella. A mask may be worn for clients on droplet precautions, and the gown and gloves are for a client on contact precautions.
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