A phlebotomist is about to perform a venipuncture on a patient with no known infections. Which of the following PPE items is the MINIMUM required by Standard Precautions for this procedure?

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AGloves, gown, and face shield
BGloves, gown, mask, and goggles
CGloves only
DGloves and a surgical mask

✓ Correct answer: C. Gloves only Standard Precautions require gloves for any anticipated contact with blood or body fluids; additional PPE such as masks and gowns are added based on risk of splash or spray, not routine venipuncture.

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