What is the correct order for a nursing assistant for putting on the protective equipment when caring for a client in isolation?
1. Wash her hands, apply the mask and eyewear, put on the gown, and then apply gloves
2. Apply the mask and eyewear, put on the gown, wash her hands, and then apply gloves
3. Wash her hands, put on the gown, apply the mask and eyewear, and then apply the gloves
4. Put on the gown, apply the mask and eyewear, wash her hands, and then apply gloves
ANS: 1
The correct sequence for putting on protective equipment is to perform hand hygiene, apply the mask and eyewear, apply gown, and then apply gloves. Apply the mask and eyewear, put on the gown, wash her hands, and then apply gloves; wash her hands, put on the gown, apply the mask and eyewear, and then apply the gloves; put on the gown, apply the mask and eyewear, wash her hands, and then apply gloves are not the correct sequences for putting on protective equipment.
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