NCLEX PPE donning and doffing order cheat sheet
Study essential steps and order for donning and doffing personal protective equipment (PPE) for the NCLEX exam.
Quiz(28 questions)
1. What is the first action you should take before donning PPE?
Terms in this Study Set(28)
PPE Donning Order(16)
What is the first step in donning PPE?
Perform hand hygiene. Use soap and water or hand sanitizer.
Put on what type of gown first?
Don the gown first, ensuring it covers all clothing and is fastened securely.
Order of PPE donning?
1. Hand hygiene 2. Gown 3. Mask (or respirator) 4. Eye protection 5. Gloves
True or False: Gloves are donned before the mask.
False. Gloves are the last item to don to maintain a sterile environment.
Which PPE is worn for airborne precautions?
N95 respirator or higher-level mask should be used.
Fill in the blank: Donning PPE requires __________ before entering the patient area.
thorough hand hygiene.
Compare gown and gloves in PPE.
Gown protects clothing; gloves protect hands. Gown is donned first.
What is the purpose of eye protection?
To protect mucous membranes in the eyes from exposure to infectious materials.
Cause → Effect: If you don PPE incorrectly, then...
You increase the risk of contamination and infection.
What type of eye protection is recommended?
Face shield or goggles should be used based on the procedure.
What is the final step in PPE donning?
Put on gloves, ensuring they cover the cuffs of the gown.
How do you ensure gloves fit correctly?
Choose the right size, check for tears, and ensure they cover the gown cuffs.
What do you need to check on the gown?
Ensure it is fully closed and covers the body from neck to knees.
True or False: Hand sanitizer can be used instead of soap and water.
True, if hands are not visibly soiled.
Steps to donning a mask?
Align the mask over the nose and mouth, secure it behind the ears or head.
Reminder: PPE should be donned in a __________ environment.
designated clean area.
PPE Doffing Order(12)
Step 1: Remove gloves
Grasp the outside of one glove at the wrist. Pull the glove off, turning it inside out. Hold the removed glove in the opposite gloved hand.
True or False: Doffing should be done in a contaminated area.
False - Doffing should be done in a clean area to prevent contamination.
Step 2: Remove gown
Unfasten ties or snaps. Pull the gown away from the shoulders and arms without touching the front. Turn the gown inside out while removing.
What comes next after removing gown?
Remove face shield or goggles next.
Step 3: Remove face shield or goggles
Handle by the straps. Avoid touching the front of the face shield or goggles.
Fill in the blank: The last item to remove is __________.
the mask or respirator.
Step 4: Remove mask or respirator
Grasp the ear loops or ties without touching the front. Dispose of properly.
Comparison: Gloves vs. Gowns in doffing
Gloves: Remove first to prevent contamination. Gowns: Removed after gloves to protect clothing.
Cause → Effect: Improper doffing
Cause: Touching contaminated surfaces. Effect: Increased risk of infection.
What should you do after doffing PPE?
Perform hand hygiene immediately after all equipment is removed.
Step 5: Hand hygiene
Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer immediately after removing PPE.
True or False: PPE can be reused after doffing.
False - PPE is typically single-use and should be disposed of properly.
Questions in this Study Set(28)
1. What is the first action you should take before donning PPE?
2. What is the first step in the doffing process of PPE?
3. Which PPE item should be donned first when preparing to enter an isolation area?
4. True or False: Doffing PPE should be done in a contaminated area.
5. In what order should PPE be donned?
6. What is the correct order of removing PPE after gloves?
7. True or False: Gloves should be put on before the gown to ensure protection of the hands.
8. Which item is removed after the gown during doffing?
9. What type of mask is required for airborne precautions?
10. Which of the following statements is true regarding PPE doffing?
11. Fill in the blank: It is important to perform __________ before donning PPE to prevent contamination.
12. What should you do immediately after doffing all PPE?
13. What is the primary function of a gown in PPE?
14. True or False: PPE is typically single-use and should be disposed of properly.
15. What should you check for when donning eye protection?
16. What is the last item to remove during the doffing process?
17. Cause → Effect: If the gown is not secured properly, then...
18. What is the risk of improper doffing of PPE?
19. Which of the following is NOT a component of PPE?
20. Which of the following is NOT a step in the PPE doffing order?
21. What should you ensure when donning gloves?
22. When removing face shields or goggles, how should they be handled?
23. What is the final step in donning PPE?
24. Fill in the blank: The first step in doffing PPE is to remove __________.
25. How should you properly secure a mask?
26. True or False: Hand sanitizer is adequate for hand hygiene if hands are not visibly soiled.
27. Where should PPE be donned?
28. What is the role of a face shield in PPE?
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