Table 4. Responses to questions about each PPE itema .
PPE | Wearing PPE helps prevent infection | Wearing PPE brings discomfort | Currently wearing PPE |
---|---|---|---|
N95 or equivalent respirator | 102 (100.0) | 64 (62.8) | 102 (100.0) |
Powered air purifying respirator | 83 (81.4) | 77 (75.5) | 4 (3.9) |
Gloves | 98 (96.1) | 54 (52.9) | 102 (100.0) |
Goggles | 47 (46.1) | 69 (67.7) | 2 (4.7) |
Face shield | 94 (92.2) | 37 (36.3) | 102 (100.0) |
Long-sleeved gown | 94 (92.2) | 32 (31.4) | 100 (98.0) |
Coverall with foot covering | 82 (80.4) | 79 (77.5) | 34 (33.3) |
aMultiple answers were allowed.
PPE, personal protective equipment.