




Yale
New Haven Hospital
QISS
GB 325
New Haven, CT
06504 USA

Dr. Jeff Topal
688-4634

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Standard surgical masks are to be used:
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When splashing, splattering, or spraying of blood or body fluids is likely in order to prevent exposure to the mucous membranes of the nose/mouth. Additionally, eye protection is warranted in such situations as well.
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When within 3 feet of a patient on Droplet Precautions.
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When working in a sterile field to prevent droplets from contaminating the field.
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Surgical masks do NOT provide adequate protection for those diseases spread by the airborne route (i.e., Mycobacterium tuberculosis). For suspected or confirmed patients with pulmonary TB, a N-95/HEPA respirator must be worn.

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Last modified: September 30, 2002.



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