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What personal protective equipment (PPE) is most appropriate for a nurse before suctioning a patient's endotracheal tube?

  1. A regular surgical mask and clean gloves are sufficient for this
  2. Gown, gloves, an N95 respirator, and a face shield are required
  3. Clean gloves alone provide adequate protection for this procedure
  4. A gown and gloves without eye or respiratory protection are enough
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Correct answer: Gown, gloves, an N95 respirator, and a face shield are required

Suctioning an endotracheal tube is an aerosol-producing procedure; full PPE including N95 and face shield are indicated.

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