PPE for Surgical Scrub Area Entry
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Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) items should a nurse don prior to entering the surgical scrub area? (Select all that apply.)
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In this problem, we need to determine which personal protective equipment items a nurse should put on before entering the surgical scrub area. This is a select all that apply question.
Surgical Scrub PPE Protocol
Before starting the surgical scrub process, the nurse must ensure that all hair and the mouth and nose are covered to prevent shedding of skin and droplets into the sterile field later.
- Hair Cover / Cap
- Surgical Mask
Additionally, protective eyewear should be worn to protect the nurse's eyes from splashes during the scrub or the procedure itself.
- Eye Protection / Goggles
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