In preparation for an arterial blood gas puncture on a noninfectious patient in the pulmonary la-boratory, which of the following items of protective apparel should be used?
1. Gown
2. Gloves
3. Shoe covers
4. Eye protection
a. 1 and 2 c. 2, 3, and 4
b. 2 and 4 d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: B
The least amount of protective apparel that should be worn when drawing an arterial blood gas includes gloves and eye protection. In the case of a patient in isolation, a gown should be worn if there is a chance of splashing blood. Shoe covers are not necessary in areas outside of the operat-ing rooms.
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