Types of Masks in Healthcare: Uses, Protection Levels & Comparison
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🩺 Types of Masks 🔹 1. Cloth Mask Material : Made of cotton or fabric. Use : For general public use (non-medical). Protection Level : Low. Reusable : ✅ Yes (washable). Features : Reduces spread of droplets. Not suitable for healthcare settings. 🔹 2. Surgical Mask / Medical Mask Material : 3-layer (non-woven fabric). Use : Worn by medical staff during surgeries and patient care. Protection Level : Moderate (against large droplets, splashes, sprays). Reusable : ❌ No (single-use). Features : Loosely fitting. Protects others from wearer's respiratory emissions. Fluid-resistant. 🔹 3. N95 Respirator Mask Material : Electrostatic non-woven polypropylene fiber. Use : For healthcare workers in high-risk settings. Protection Level : High (filters ≥ 95% airborne particles). Reusable : ❌ No (single-use; some models allow limited reuse). Features : Tight-fitting. Filters both large and small particles. Prote...