Question

5 leo was surprised when andrea explained how serious his infection was. he said, “i thought it was just a sore.” andrea gently told him that mrsa can be dangerous, especially for people with open wounds or weakened immune systems. she emphasized that isolation was about protecting everyone’s safety, not blaming the patient. q: what reduces the risk of bacteria spreading throughout the hospital by involving proper use of ppe and following donning and doffing procedures? © midwest creations 6 throughout the shift, ryan carefully followed doffing procedures after every interaction with leo. he removed his ppe in the correct order to avoid contamination and sanitized his hands thoroughly. even though he was tired, he remained alert and avoided touching his face before hand hygiene. one small mistake could cause bacteria to spread. q: what is another type of ppe that ryan and andrea must wear besides gowns, gloves, and masks? © midwest creations

Explanation:

1. Proper use of PPE and following donning - doffing procedures are infection - control measures in a hospital setting. These actions help prevent the spread of bacteria.
2. In addition to gowns, gloves, and masks, common PPE in a hospital environment includes face shields or goggles to protect the eyes from splashes or airborne particles.

Answer:

1. Infection - control measures
2. Face shields or goggles