Question

Current CDC guidance suggests that procedures that produce high levels of aerosols, in particular those that demonstrate exposure to infectious secretions or are likely to induce coughing should be avoided, if possible. If such procedures must be performed, the CDC suggests use of an N95 or greater respirator and other PPE, limiting the number of healthcare providers to those that are essential for the procedure, and performance of aerosol-generating procedures in an airborne infection isolation room.

A. Both statements are true.
B. The first statement is true, the second statement is false.
C. The first statement is false, the second statement is true.
D. Both statements are false.

Answer 1

The current CDC guidance advises avoiding procedures that produce high levels of aerosols, and if necessary, using proper protection and performing the procedures in a specific isolation room.

Step-by-step explanation:

The current CDC guidance suggests that procedures that produce high levels of aerosols, especially those that involve exposure to infectious secretions or induce coughing, should be avoided if possible. If such procedures must be performed, the CDC recommends the use of an N95 or greater respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE). It also suggests limiting the number of healthcare providers to those essential for the procedure and performing aerosol-generating procedures in an airborne infection isolation room.