Safety & Infection ControlQuestion 57 of 200
When entering the room of a resident on contact precautions for MRSA, the CNA must:
a.Wear only gloves
b.Don gown and gloves before entry; remove and perform hand hygiene before exiting; use dedicated equipment when possible
c.Skip PPE if just dropping off a tray
d.Wear an N95 respirator
Explanation
MRSA spreads by contact. CDC Contact Precautions require gown and gloves donned before room entry and removed before exit, with hand hygiene immediately after removal. Dedicated equipment (BP cuff, stethoscope, thermometer) reduces cross-contamination. PPE applies to any room entry, even brief tasks (c). Gloves alone (a) leave clothing contaminated. N95 (d) is for airborne, not contact precautions.
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