According toCDC and APIC guidelines, asurgical mask is requiredwhen performinglumbar puncturesto prevent bacterial contamination (e.g., meningitis caused by droplet transmission of oral flora).
Why the Other Options Are Incorrect?
* A. Personal eyeglasses should be worn during suctioning-Incorrectbecauseeyeglasses do not provide adequate eye protection. Goggles or face shields should be used.
* C. Gloves should be worn when handling or touching a cardiac monitor that has been disinfected- Not necessaryunless recontamination is suspected.
* D. Eye protection should be worn when providing patient care after unprotected exposure- Eye protection should be usedbefore exposure, not just after.
CBIC Infection Control Reference
APIC states that surgical masks must be worn for procedures such as lumbar puncture to reduce infection risk.