Question

nota: las precauciones de transmisión aérea siempre se utilizan además de las precauciones estándar.
mientras cuida a la sra. r., usted debe:

• usar guantes, bata, y mascarilla.
• usar guantes y mascarilla.
• usar bata y mascarilla.
• usar solo una mascarilla.

Explanation:

Translate the scenario and note

The top note states: "NOTA: Las precauciones de transmisión aérea siempre se utilizan además de las precauciones estándar." (NOTE: Airborne transmission precautions are always used in addition to standard precautions.)
The main prompt states: "Mientras cuida a la Sra. R., usted debe:" (While caring for Mrs. R., you must:)

Analyze the options and clinical protocols

Under standard precautions, gloves and gowns are used when exposure to blood or bodily fluids is anticipated. Under airborne precautions, a respirator/mask (mascarilla) is required.
The note emphasizes that airborne precautions are used in addition to standard precautions.
The options are:

1. "Usar guantes, bata, y mascarilla." (Wear gloves, gown, and mask.)
2. "Usar guantes y mascarilla." (Wear gloves and mask.)
3. "Usar bata y mascarilla." (Wear gown and mask.)
4. "Usar solo una mascarilla." (Wear only a mask.)

Determine the correct choice

Since airborne precautions must be combined with standard precautions (which include gloves and gowns when providing direct patient care), the most comprehensive and correct protocol is to wear gloves, a gown, and a mask.

Answer:

• (A) Usar guantes, bata, y mascarilla. (Correct answer)
• (B) Usar guantes y mascarilla.
• (C) Usar bata y mascarilla.
• (D) Usar solo una mascarilla.