The nurse recognizes the correct order to remove PPE as:
a. gloves, eyewear, gown, mask.
b. mask, eyewear, gown, gloves.
c. gown, mask, eyewear, gloves.
d. gloves, gown, mask, eyewear.
ANS: A
When removing PPE, gloves, which are contaminated, are removed first to prevent contamination of the face and eyes during removal of the mask and to prevent spread of microorganisms. Eyewear should then be removed, followed by the gown and finally the mask.
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