Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1459 of 2368
A client has an MRSA infection with a draining wound. Which personal protective equipment should the nurse wear when providing care?
- Gloves and a gown
- A surgical mask and goggles
- A fit-tested N-95 respirator only
- A surgical mask and gloves
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Correct answer: Gloves and a gown
Draining wounds and MRSA call for contact precautions, which require gloves and a gown.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Infection: Standard and Transmission-Based Precautions. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026