The nurse is assigned to a patient who has bacterial pneumonia and is under droplet precautions. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) will she wear to deliver the meal tray?

Correct option is B

Ans. (b) Sol. For droplet precautions, a surgical mask is generally sufficient when within 3 feet of the patient. N95 or higher-level respirators are not required unless aerosol-generating procedures are involved.