The global crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic is going on, according to the World Health Organization, to get out of the house for the sake of ongoing life and livelihood, the effective way to protect people's self is to keep the physical distance of 6 feet (at least 3 feet) and use masks.
Wearing this mask is essential for everyone, as well as using masks to protect themselves from coronavirus and prevent the spread of the virus in the community is very important.
Let's know the correct tips for using masks to prevent coronavirus:
1. N-95 or equivalent mask is only for use in hospital treatment for medical work, nurse, nurse, health worker or other associates. Wearing this mask is likely to cause discomfort and even respiratory problems or other workplaces, use other surgical masks or other surgical masks outside the home or outside the home.
2. Before wearing the mask, wash your hands thoroughly with soapy water for at least 20 seconds.
3. Wear the mask carefully so that it covers the nose and mouth completely and tie it so that there is no gap between the face and the mask.
4. The mask is worn on the hand Avoid touching.
5. Do not put the mask down from the nose and mouth while talking to someone or talking to someone. Remember that talking in a mask is not rude or rude. It is very important for your safety.
6. If the mask worn for any reason is wet or unclean, take it off and wear another clean mask immediately.
7. Wear a mask or use the ribbon/elastic on both sides of the mask, never touch the front of the mask.
8. If you touch the front of the mask and apply soap water after opening the mask, wash your hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds.
9. If you use a single use surgical mask, throw it in the covering container as soon as it opens. After using the cup mask, you can soak it in soapy water for 30 minutes and use it again in a dry and dry manner.
Always be careful when you wear a mask on a child under 10 years of age.
Remember that you should keep physical distance to protect yourself from COVID-19 if you wear masks properly.
Author: Associate Professor (Children's Department of Chest), Dhaka Children's Hospital, Dhaka.