A nurse caring for patients exposed to a terrorist attack involving chemicals has been advised that personal protective equipment must be worn to give the highest level of respiratory protection with a lesser level of skin and eye protection
This is considered:
A) Level A
B) Level B
C) Level C
D) Level D
Ans: B
Feedback: Level B personal protective equipment provides the highest level of respiratory protection, with a lesser level of skin and eye protection. Level A provides the highest level of respiratory, mucous membrane, skin, and eye protection. Level C incorporates the use of an air-purified respirator, a chemical-resistant coverall with splash hood, chemical-resistant gloves, and boots. Level D is the same as a work uniform.
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