IIRC, these patients are under what's called "Droplet Isolation", which means fluids can be a means of transference. That's why the excessive suiting...although I agree its indeed excessive, since any of our patients in droplet isolation, require simple glove, gown, mask, and if indicated, eye protection. Since the point is to prevent any fluid contact to enter into your body via an access fluid could, such as the eye, mouth, orifice, or any open wound