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This study aims to evaluate the equivalence and reproducibility of N95 fit testing results between new and conventional protocols.

Evaluation of new and conventional N95 fit testing protocols on equivalence and reproducibility: A study protocol

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Cross-sectional observational study evaluating fit testing protocols in healthcare workers, suggesting implications for mask policy implementation.

This study aims to evaluate the equivalence and reproducibility of N95 fit testing results between new and conventional protocols.
Cross-sectional observational study design involving Chinese healthcare workers.
Assessment of fit testing results using both new and traditional N95 fit testing protocols.
Determination of kappa agreement to evaluate equivalence and reproducibility.
Expected high kappa agreement indicating equivalence could allow simultaneous implementation of both protocols.
If the conventional method is found to be more stringent, caution may be advised against implementing the new protocol.
Reproducibility analysis will clarify the reliability of respirator fit in clinical settings.

Lam et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional observational study evaluating fit testing protocols in healthcare workers, suggesting implications for mask policy implementation.