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A sign on Mr. Ortiz's door says Contact Precautions for MRSA. What should you wear for routine care in his room?
- A.Gloves and a gown for contact with him or his surroundings
- B.Only a mask, because MRSA spreads mainly through the air
- C.No PPE, because MRSA lives only on intact dry skin
- D.A gown only when his skin is visibly broken or open
Correct answer
A. Gloves and a gown for contact with him or his surroundings
Why
MRSA spreads by contact with the person and contaminated surfaces, so gloves and a gown are used for room entry and care. It is not mainly airborne, and intact skin and surfaces can still carry it.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Infection Control: Transmission-Based Precautions · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-105).