Glove Love
True or False — Gloves replace the need for hand hygiene
False- hand hygiene should be done before putting on gloves and after removing gloves
True or False — Masks should cover both nose and mouth
True - covering your nose and mouth protects the portal of exit and entrance
When should isolation gowns be worn?
When there is risk of being exposed to bodily fluids, when a patient is in contact precautions, etc.
True or False — Face shields protect only against splashes and sprays
True - face shields do not protect you from airborne diseases
What PPE item should always go on first if you were putting on full PPE?
Gown
Name one situation when gloves are required
For standard precautions, exposure to bodily fluids, cleaning contaminated equipment, etc.
When should a surgical mask be changed in the OR?
When leaving the semi-restricted or restricted areas, when starting a new case, and if the mask is wet/soiled
What part of the gown is considered 'clean'?
Inside, ties, and back
How should a face shield be cleaned between uses?
Clean with a disinfectant wipe
What PPE item should always go off last?
Mask
What is the correct sequence for glove removal?
Pinch glove on the outside of the wrist and peel off. Put that glove in gloved hand and slide fingers into inside of other glove. Peel that glove off and toss gloves. Do hand hygiene
What’s the difference between a surgical mask and an N95 respirator?
Surgical mask is for droplet precaution and N95 is for airborne precaution
In what order should gowns be removed compared to gloves?
Remove the gown first then gloves
Droplet and airborne
Give the full correct order for donning PPE
Gown → Mask/respirator → Goggles/face shield → Gloves
Why should gloves not be washed or reused?
It damages gloves and can increase the risk of infection
When are fit tests done and by who?
Annually and by Shellie (Employee Health and Well-Being Coordinator)
Why must gowns be tied at both the neck and waist?
To ensure full body protection and coverage
Name one clinical scenario that requires a face shield
Suctioning, intubation, splash-risk procedures
Give the full correct order for doffing PPE
Gloves → Gown → Goggles/face shield → Mask/respirator
Give two examples of cross-contamination risks when wearing gloves incorrectly
Examples: touching clean surfaces, using phones/computers, not changing between patient
List two common mistakes healthcare workers make when wearing masks
Not covering their nose, touching the mask with dirty hands, and reusing single-use masks
What is the risk of removing a gown incorrectly?
Risk of contaminating yourself
What’s the difference between face shields and goggles for eye protection?
Face shields cover the entire face while goggles protect the eyes
Why is doffing considered the highest-risk step for contamination?
You are handling contaminated surfaces and incorrect doffing of PPE can result in an exposure