The nurse prepares to perform the initial assessment on a school-age client. The client has an open wound infected with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which precaution will the nurse take?

a) Wear gloves only.
b) Wear gown and gloves.
c) Wear gown, gloves, and mask.
d) No precautions are necessary.

Relax