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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

It contaminates the glove (A) 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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent glove contamination (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

The other glove (A) 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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent contamination and nosocomial infections (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To reduce the spread of microorganisms (C) Signup and view all the answers

How long should the friction motion for handwashing last?

15 to 20 seconds (A) 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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent skin chapping (D) 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 (D) 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 (D) 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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sterile glove placement

Holding the inner package of sterile gloves at a clean flat surface just above waist level helps to prevent the gloves from getting contaminated by surfaces below waist level.

Right and left gloves

Identifying the right and left gloves ensures a proper fit and minimizes the risk of contamination.

Dominant hand first

Gloving your dominant hand first helps improve your dexterity and makes the process easier.

Inside surface only

Touching only the inside surface of the gloves with your non-dominant hand prevents contamination of the gloves.