Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who requires droplet precautions. Which of the following personal protective equipment should the nurse wear when setting up the client's meal tray?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Mask. When setting up a meal tray for a client on droplet precautions, the nurse should wear a mask to protect against respiratory droplets. Goggles (option A) are not necessary unless there is a risk of splashes or sprays to the eyes. Gown (option B) is used for contact precautions, not droplet precautions. Gloves (option D) are important for preventing the spread of infections, but they are not specifically needed when setting up a meal tray for a client on droplet precautions.