A patient is on contact isolation precautions What PPE other than the standard gloves would be required

A surgical mask is primarily used to block large respiratory droplets and protect the wearer from splashes or sprays of bodily fluids. While it is important in certain situations, it is not specifically required in contact isolation, where the primary concern is preventing contact with contaminated surfaces or materials.

An N95 mask is designed to filter out at least 95% of airborne particles and is recommended for airborne precautions rather than contact isolation. Patients on contact isolation do not typically pose a risk through airborne transmission, making the N95 unnecessary in this context.

Face shields or goggles are used to protect the eyes from splashes and sprays of infectious materials. While they can be beneficial in certain scenarios, they are not mandatory for contact isolation unless there is a risk of exposure to the eyes. The gown remains the key protective equipment in this isolation type.