The nurse prepares to care for a client being admitted with a confirmed diagnosis of Middle East respiratory syndrome. Which personal protective equipment will the nurse use when providing care to the client?
A)Gloves and gown
B)Gloves and mask
C)Gown and N95 respirator
D)Gown, gloves, N95 respirator, and eye protection

Question

The nurse prepares to care for a client being admitted with a confirmed diagnosis of Middle East respiratory syndrome.  Which personal protective equipment will the nurse use when providing care to the client?
A)Gloves and gown
B)Gloves and mask
C)Gown and N95 respirator
D)Gown, gloves, N95 respirator, and eye protection

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory illness caused by the coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath that often worsen and cause death in many of those afflicted. The incubation period is 5-6 days but can range from 2-14 days. How the virus spreads is not fully understood, but it is thought to spread via respiratory secretions. Because it has easily spread to those who care for infected persons, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the use of standard, contact, and airborne precautions with eye protection when caring for clients with MERS. (Options A, B, and C) These options do not provide enough protection as each is missing a vital element that is recommended when caring for a client with MERS. Educational objective: Standard, contact, and airborne precautions with eye protection should be used when caring for a client with suspected or diagnosed Middle East respiratory syndrome.

The Nurse Prepares to Care for a Client Being Admitted