Sterile Gloves Procedure: Donning and Doffing Steps Quiz and Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Why should you hold the inner package of sterile gloves at a clean flat surface just above waist level?

To prevent the gloves from getting contaminated by surfaces below waist level (correct)

To prevent the gloves from getting contaminated by the floor

To ensure that the gloves are at a comfortable height to put on

To ensure proper hand washing technique

Why do you need to identify the right and left gloves?

To prevent nosocomial infections

To prevent contamination by improper fit (correct)

To improve your dexterity

To ensure proper hand washing technique

Why should you glove your dominant hand first?

To ensure proper hand washing technique

To prevent nosocomial infections

To reduce the number of microorganisms on your hands

To improve your dexterity (correct)

Why should you touch only the inside surface of the gloves with your non-dominant hand?

To prevent contamination of the gloves Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the outer surface of the glove touches your hand or wrist?

It contaminates the glove Signup and view all the answers

Why do you need to pull the glove over your dominant hand, leaving a cuff?

To ensure a proper fit and prevent contamination Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of sterile touching sterile when wearing gloves?

To prevent glove contamination Signup and view all the answers

When removing gloves, what should you grasp with your dominant gloved hand?

The other glove Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in the glove removal process?

Discard gloves inside the wrapper in an appropriate container and wash hands Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to prevent contact between gloved and exposed hands?

To prevent contamination and nosocomial infections Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of hand washing in healthcare settings?

To reduce the spread of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

How long should the friction motion for handwashing last?

15 to 20 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using tissue paper to open the faucet?

To prevent picking up microorganisms from the faucet handle Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to dry hands and wrists with a towel?

To prevent skin chapping Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a brush or fingernails of the other hand to clean under fingernails?

To remove dirt and organisms from under the nails Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to turn off the faucet with a tissue or paper towel?

To prevent picking up microorganisms from the faucet handle Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing sterile gloves?

To provide a barrier between the nurse’s hands and objects she contacts Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Donning Sterile Gloves

Wash and scrub hands thoroughly to reduce microorganisms on the skin
Remove outer package wrapper carefully to prevent inner glove package from touching contaminated objects
Open the package, keeping the gloves on the wrapper, to prevent contamination
Identify right and left gloves by the cuff, approximately 5 cm wide
Glove the dominant hand first to improve dexterity
Touch only the inner surface of the glove with the thumb and first two fingers of the non-dominant hand
Carefully pull the glove over the dominant hand, leaving a cuff, and ensure it doesn't roll up to the wrist
With the gloved dominant hand, slip fingers underneath the second glove's cuff to protect the sterile area
Carefully pull the second glove over the non-dominant hand, avoiding contact with the exposed hand

Removing Sterile Gloves

Using the dominant gloved hand, grasp the other glove and remove it by inserting it, keeping the contaminated area inside
Hold unto both gloves to prevent contamination
Slide fingers of the ungloved hand inside the remaining glove and remove it by turning it inside out over the hand
Discard gloves inside the wrapper in an appropriate container and wash hands

Hand Washing

Wash hands to reduce the spread of microorganisms
Use rotational rubbing of the forearm, starting above the wrist and going up to the elbow
Continue friction motion for 15 to 20 seconds, depending on the degree of contamination
Use a brush or fingernails to clean under the fingernails
Open the faucet with tissue paper to prevent picking up microorganisms
Rinse thoroughly and visually inspect for remaining dirt or soap
Turn off the faucet with tissue or paper towel to prevent picking up microorganisms
Dry hands and wrists with a towel to prevent chapping
Apply lotion to keep the skin soft, if desired

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Learn the step-by-step process of donning sterile gloves, including washing hands, removing the outer package wrapper, and grasping the inner package. Understand the rationale behind each action to ensure asepsis and prevent contamination.