Medical Assistant Prep / Unit 7 MAS 165 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Masks and Respirators
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The idea
A face mask and a respirator are different pieces of equipment for different risks.
In practice
A face mask protects against sprays and large droplets and is placed on coughing patients; a fitted respirator, rated N ninety-five or higher, protects against tiny airborne particles.
Where people slip
A face mask is not a substitute for a respirator when airborne precautions apply.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
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