10 Common Mistakes When Using Masks to Prevent Corona Covid-19

Kapanlagi.com - During the covid-19 corona pandemic, everyone is advised to wear masks. However, there are often mistakes in using masks that are not suitable for preventing the covid-19 corona virus. It is better to avoid these mistakes during this pandemic in order to effectively prevent the covid-19 corona virus. Prevent the covid-19 corona virus.

As is known, the covid-19 corona virus can be transmitted from human to human, so prevention such as using personal protective equipment in the form of masks needs to be implemented. This recommendation has been widely recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Indonesian Government.

As a personal protective equipment to prevent the covid-19 corona virus, masks must be used correctly and appropriately, especially in high-risk areas of exposure to the covid-19 corona virus, such as the mouth, nose, eyes, or facial area. For now, in addition to medical masks, the use of fabric masks is sufficient to prevent the covid-19 corona virus.

However, both the use of medical masks and fabric masks often have mistakes when using them to prevent the covid-19 corona virus. So you need to know the most common mistakes in using masks during the covid-19 corona pandemic in order to optimize the use of masks to prevent the covid-19 corona virus.

So what are the common mistakes when using masks to prevent the covid-19 corona virus?

Without realizing it, some people may have made mistakes when using masks to prevent the covid-19 corona virus. Here are 10 common mistakes when using masks to prevent the covid-19 corona virus, as reported by Forkast News.

1. Masks Only Cover the Mouth

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A common mistake when using masks to prevent the corona covid-19 virus is using the mask below the nose and leaving the chin exposed. This means that the mask is not used properly, leaving the nose and chin uncovered.

So it only covers the mouth and leaves the nose exposed. If this mask usage mistake is not corrected immediately, even the best type of mask cannot protect against the corona covid-19 virus.

2. Touching the Surface of the Mask

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One common mistake when using a mask to prevent the corona covid-19 virus is touching the surface of the mask. In this case, someone unconsciously touches the surface of the mask while using it.

The surface of the mask can become a breeding ground for bacteria or viruses, so when hands touch the surface of the mask, it can contaminate other surfaces. This can lead to cross-contamination, for example, to a mobile phone.

3. Opening the Mask while Speaking

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Opening the mask while speaking is a common mistake when using a mask to prevent the corona covid-19 virus. In situations like this, it is advisable to avoid opening the mask while speaking.

4. Using the Mask Repeatedly

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The most common mistake when using masks to prevent the corona covid-19 virus is reusing the mask. Because medical masks are intended for single use only. However, it is often found that masks are reused.

It is advisable to avoid reusing masks, especially medical masks, in order to effectively prevent the corona covid-19 virus. If using cloth masks, it is recommended to regularly wash them to keep them clean and safe to use.

5. Using Masks for Too Long Without Washing

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Using masks for too long, such as surgical masks or disposable medical masks, can be a common mistake in society. In this case, the medical masks have a mesh or layer that functions to filter bacteria without removing the bacteria inside the mask.

Therefore, if the mask is used for too long, it can become a breeding ground for bacteria that can cause health problems for the wearer. The recommended duration of use for medical masks is approximately only one day. As for cloth masks, they should be washed at least once a day.

6. Do Not Immediately Dispose of Used Masks or Wash Them

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Used masks can accumulate bacteria or viruses. If masks are not immediately disposed of in the proper place, they can potentially contaminate other previously clean surfaces.

7. Using Masks Not According to Standards

One common mistake when using masks to prevent the coronavirus COVID-19 is using masks that do not meet the standards. This includes fake masks, especially medical masks that can be counterfeited. It is advisable to avoid using such masks in order to effectively prevent the coronavirus COVID-19.

8. Only Using N95 Masks

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N95 masks are actually not suitable for children and older people. This is because these masks change the air pressure and can make breathing difficult. Therefore, N95 masks are not the only personal protective equipment for preventing the coronavirus COVID-19.

Although these masks are more effective in preventing the coronavirus COVID-19, if they are not available and cause difficulty in breathing, it is recommended to use alternative masks. Some recommended medical masks, such as surgical masks and cloth masks, can currently be used to prevent the coronavirus COVID-19. You can choose these masks if N95 masks make it difficult for you to breathe.

9. Placing Mask on the Neck

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One common mistake when using a mask to prevent the coronavirus COVID-19 is placing the mask on the neck. When opening the mask to speak or eat, many people are unaware of placing the mask on the neck.

If this mistake is not immediately corrected, the virus may end up on the neck and contaminate the face, especially the mouth, nose, and eyes. Therefore, it is best to avoid placing the mask on the neck.

10. Loose-fitting Mask

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When using a mask, make sure to properly cover the mouth, nose, and chin without any gaps. This is to prevent the entry of viruses and bacteria in high-risk areas for contracting the coronavirus COVID-19.

Those are the 10 common mistakes when using a mask to prevent the coronavirus COVID-19. It is best to avoid them in order to effectively protect the body from viruses and bacteria.

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