Question

multiple choice question
during local or regional outbreaks, it may be necessary to ask a patient who is coughing to wear ______.
options:
○ a mask
○ a gown
○ gloves
○ goggles

Explanation:

During an outbreak, a coughing patient is likely to spread respiratory droplets. A mask is used by the patient to contain these droplets and reduce the spread of infectious agents. Gloves (for hand hygiene), a gown (for body protection), and goggles (for eye protection) are more for healthcare workers' protection or different types of exposure, not primarily for a coughing patient to wear to reduce their own transmission of respiratory droplets.

Answer:

A. a mask