Which of the following represents PPE for contact precautions?

• A. Gown
• B. Gloves
• C. Protective eyewear
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

PPE for contact precautions is about providing full protection against exposure during direct or indirect contact with a patient or their environment. Gown and gloves are the baseline barriers: the gown prevents contamination of clothing and skin, and gloves shield the hands from touching contaminated surfaces or secretions. Eye protection is added when there’s a risk of splashes or sprays to the face, protecting the mucous membranes of the eyes.

Because comprehensive protection often includes all of these pieces, choosing all of the above is the best answer. It reflects the idea that, in many situations, you wear a gown, gloves, and eye protection to minimize the chance of exposure. While gown and gloves cover the main contact routes, eye protection tackles the additional risk from splashes, making the combination the safest default for contact precautions.