The nurse is caring for a patient who needs a protective environment. The nurse has provided the care needed and is now leaving the room. Select the correct order for removal of the personal protective equipment and associated tasks
(All answers are utilized.)
a. Remove eyewear/face shield and goggles.
b. Perform hand hygiene.
c. Remove gloves.
d. Untie gown, allow gown to fall from shoulders, and do not touch outside of gown; dispose of properly.
e. Remove mask by strings; do not touch outside of mask.
f. Dispose of all contaminated supplies and equipment in designated receptacles.
g. Leave room and close the door.
ANS:
C, A, D, E, B, G, F
The correct order for removing personal protective equipment for a patient in a protective environment and for performing associated tasks is to remove gloves, remove eyewear, remove gown, remove mask, perform hand hygiene, leave room and close doors, and dispose of all contaminated supplies and equipment in a manner that prevents the spread of microorganisms.
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