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Additional Precautions

Additional Precautions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Gloves Gown* Mask* Individuals in Contact Precautions do not require PPE when leaving their room

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Additional Precautions

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  1. Additional Precautions Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Gloves • Gown* • Mask* Individuals in Contact Precautions do not require PPE when leaving their room * Gown and mask use is determined by risk assessment and the level of care being provided to the client/patient/resident Photo credit:: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

  2. Additional Precautions Environment and Equipment • Dedicated equipment • Review cleaning and disinfection methods • Routine management of linens • Curtains should be removed and laundered when soiled and after discharge of clients/patients/residents with VRE (consideration of above for individual with MRSA)

  3. Additional Precautions Visitors • Visitors should wear the same PPE as healthcare workers • Visitors must receive education regarding hand hygiene and the appropriate use of PPE

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