PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
What is the difference between standard precautions and transmission-based precautions?
TBP is worn in addition to standard PPE. The type of PPE worn depends on the patient's symptoms
True or False: Gown is the first thing that is donned
True
False
This type of face mask filters at least 95% of airborne particles and is commonly used in healthcare settings
N95 Respirator
In what order is PPE donned? (standard)
Gown, eyewear, mask, gloves
What is worn for droplet transmission infections?
Eye-wear/face shield, mask
In the donning process, this piece of PPE is worn after putting on the gown but before gloves.
In the doffing process, this piece of equipment is removed after your gloves but before your mask
Gown
This organization sets standards for hand hygiene in healthcare settings, including guidelines for the use of gloves
WHO, World Health Organization
In what order is PPE doffed? (standard)
Gloves, gown, eye wear, mask
What is worn for contact transmission infections?
Gown and gloves
Should jewelry be taken off before PPE?
Yes. All jewelry should be removed
True or False: Hand hygiene is performed once during the doffing process
False. Performed after gown and gloves are taken off, and at the end.
How long should you be washing your hands for?
10-15 secs
How do healthcare practitioners ensure that their PPE is effective and protecting them?
PPE should be stored in a clean environment and should fit comfortably.
What is the main difference between airborne transmission and droplet transmission?
Airborne: small particles that are smaller than droplets, they remain suspended in the air for longer periods of time
If, at any point, your gloves become contaminated while donning, how should you proceed?
Take them off, throw them away, perform hand hygiene and don a new pair
How do you remove your gown when doffing it?
This term describes a sterile field free from contamination
Asepsis
What is the most important part of PPE?
Hand washing!
Influenza, measles, conjunctivitis, and lice are all examples of _____-transmitted diseases/infections
Contact
True or False: Hands are only washed (with soap and water) when there is visible dirt seen
This part of the PPE is often considered the most contaminated during the doffing process
Gloves
What is the minimum required percentage of alcohol sanitizer that should be used?
60%