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2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following body develops face protection mask for health care professionals handling COVID-19 patients?
A
BARC
B
DRDO’s RCI
C
ISRO
D
ICMR
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -PPE for coronavirus (COVID-19) includes surgical masks, particulate filter respirators (such as P2 or N95), gloves, goggles, glasses, face shields, gowns and aprons. Find out who in the health workforce should use PPE, how to use it, and how we are managing it in our National Medical Stockpile.

Detailed explanation-2: -Wearing face masks is recommended as part of personal protective equipment and as a public health measure to prevent the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Detailed explanation-3: -A face shield is a transparent barrier that covers the face and is typically open at the sides and bottom. A face shield is a form of personal protective equipment (ppe) primarily used by health care workers to protect their face (eyes, nose, and mouth) from splashes and sprays of body fluids.

Detailed explanation-4: -Level 3 masks have a slightly higher level of protection (at ≥ 98% BFE and PFE) and are used for procedures involving higher level of splash/spatter. Both ASTM level 2 and ASTM level 3 masks are 98% for BFE and PFE.

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