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Should I always wear full PPE? Or can you wear just gloves and aprons or just masks?
Trust and national guidance must be followed when within 2 metres of a service user. This would mean wearing masks, apron and gloves. During restraint it is recommended that aprons are removed. Full gowns are only required for aerosol generating procedures. Visors are required when …
Is a plastic apron (rather than long sleeve gown) adequate when seeing confirmed positive patients when unable to keep 2 metres distance?
Yes, as per Trust and national guidance.
Should we be moving between Covid-19 positive and Covid-19 negative service users?
Where possible, ensure that positive service users are cared for after non positive persons. However, social distancing and where necessary, the appropriate use of PPE will significantly reduce the risk of cross infection.