Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with a rash. They are trying to rule out (r/o) varicella. Before entering the room, the nurse should be instructed to wear what kind of mask?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: N95 (personal respirator mask). Varicella is highly contagious and primarily spread through respiratory droplets. The N95 mask offers the highest level of protection against airborne particles, including viruses like varicella. It ensures the nurse's safety while caring for the client with a suspected contagious disease.
Summary:
B: Surgical masks are not as effective in filtering out small airborne particles like the N95 mask.
C: Nurses should wear a mask to protect themselves from potential exposure to varicella.
D: Both the nurse and the client should wear masks for protection in this scenario.
Summary:
B: Surgical masks are not as effective in filtering out small airborne particles like the N95 mask.
C: Nurses should wear a mask to protect themselves from potential exposure to varicella.
D: Both the nurse and the client should wear masks for protection in this scenario.