Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client with a sacral wound infected with Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary to care for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,E
Rationale
MRSA requires contact precautions, including gloves and a gown. N95 respirators, surgical masks, and goggles are not needed unless aerosol-generating procedures are performed.