A nurse prepares to provide perineal care to a client with meningococcal meningitis.Which personal protective equipment should the nurse wear? (Select all that apply.)

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Meningeal meningitis is spread via saliva and droplets,and Droplet Precautions are necessary.Caregivers should wear a surgical mask when within 6 feet of the client and should continue to use Standard Precautions,including gloves.A particulate respirator,an isolation gown,and shoe covers are not necessary for Droplet Precautions.

A Nurse Prepares to Provide Perineal Care to a Client