Nurses should wear full body aprons during procedures and tasks that involve potential exposure to infectious agents or hazardous materials. These situations include:
1. Surgical Procedures: During surgeries, full body aprons help protect against blood splashes and other fluids. 2. Wound Care: When dressing wounds or dealing with open sores, aprons prevent contamination. 3. Handling Hazardous Materials: When dealing with chemicals or cleaning agents, full body aprons provide an additional layer of protection. 4. Patient Isolation: In cases of highly infectious diseases, aprons are essential in preventing the spread of infections.
