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Patient safety implications of wearing a face mask for prevention in the era of COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review and consensus recommendations.

Balestracci B, La Regina M, Di Sessa D, et al. Patient safety implications of wearing a face mask for prevention in the era of COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review and consensus recommendations. Intern Emerg Med. 2023;18(1):275-296. doi:10.1007/s11739-022-03083-w.

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February 15, 2023
Balestracci B, La Regina M, Di Sessa D, et al. Intern Emerg Med. 2023;18(1):275-296.
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The COVID-19 pandemic extended face-masking requirements from healthcare providers to the general public and patients. This review summarizes the challenges mask wearing poses to the general public. Challenges include discomfort, communication issues, especially for people with hearing loss, and skin irritation. Despite these issues, the authors state the benefits outweigh the risks of masks and appropriate education may improve mask use.

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Balestracci B, La Regina M, Di Sessa D, et al. Patient safety implications of wearing a face mask for prevention in the era of COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review and consensus recommendations. Intern Emerg Med. 2023;18(1):275-296. doi:10.1007/s11739-022-03083-w.