A client is placed on droplet precautions for a highly communicable infection. What personal protection equipment should the nurse apply before entering this client's room? (Select all that apply.)
1. Mask
2. Gown
3. Face shield
4. N95 respirator
5. Eye protection
Answer: 1, 3, 5
1. For droplet precautions the nurse should wear a mask.
2. A gown is needed for contact precautions.
3. For droplet precautions the nurse should wear a face shield.
4. An N95 respirator is needed for airborne precautions.
5. For droplet precautions the nurse should wear eye protection.
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