NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -An N95 respirator is a respiratory protective device designed to achieve a very close facial fit and very efficient filtration of airborne particles. Note that the edges of the respirator are designed to form a seal around the nose and mouth.

Detailed explanation-2: -A surgical N95 (also referred as a medical respirator) is recommended only for use by healthcare personnel (HCP) who need protection from both airborne and fluid hazards (e.g., splashes, sprays).

Detailed explanation-3: -An N95 mask filters out 95% of dust and pollutants while N99 mask filters out 99% pollutants. Another major difference is that the ease of breathing is more in N95 masks as compared to N99 marks due to lesser breathing resistance in the former one.

Detailed explanation-4: -An N95 respirator is an air-purifying respirator (APR) certified by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). They are filter masks that fit over the nose and mouth, and when properly fitted, can filter 95% of smoke particles.

Detailed explanation-5: -N: This is a Respirator Rating Letter Class. It stands for “Non-Oil” meaning that if no oil-based particulates are present, then you can use the mask in the work environment. Other masks ratings are R (resistant to oil for 8 hours) and P (oil proof). 95: Masks ending in a 95, have a 95 percent efficiency.