alert icon See CDC’s strategies for optimizing the use of eye protection, isolation gowns, facemasks, and N95 respirators. Updated March 12, 2020 Based on the current COVID-19 situation and availability of personal protective equipment (PPE), CDC has specific recommendations, summarized below.
As we learn more about COVID-19 and as the needs of the response or availability of PPE within U.S. healthcare facilities changes, we will update our guidance.
with confirmed or possible SARS-CoV-2 infection should wear a when being evaluated medically. should adhere to Standard and Transmission-based Precautions when caring for patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection.