Questions and Answers
In what order do you put on PPE?
gown, mask, eyewear, gloves
In what order do you remove PPE?
gloves, goggles, gown, mask
The correct sequence for donning PPE is the following: gloves, mask/respirator, goggles/face shield, gown.
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Which statement is TRUE about PPE removal after caring for a patient with chicken pox?
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Select the PPE you would wear for a patient with Mycoplasma pneumonia requiring nasotracheal suction.
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In what order would you doff (remove) the PPE?
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Select ALL the areas on PPE that are considered 'clean'.
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Which statement is false about a respirator?
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The nurse should always don personal protective equipment in the patient's room.
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What infections require Contact precautions?
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Which of the following is the correct way to dispose of a needle for a patient with unknown HIV status?
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What is the correct course of action for a nurse who administers the wrong dose of an antibiotic?
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What is the correct course of action for a nurse if an intravenous pump is alarming?
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Which statement made by the nurse demonstrates understanding of surgical asepsis?
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Study Notes
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage
- PPE must be donned in the following order: gown, mask, eyewear, gloves.
- Removal of PPE follows this order: gloves, goggles, gown, mask.
PPE Sequences and Best Practices
- The correct sequence for donning PPE does not start with gloves; the final order is gown, mask, goggles, gloves.
- For patients with airborne precautions (e.g., chicken pox), respirators must be removed outside the room to prevent infection.
Infection Precautions
- Mycoplasma pneumonia patients require droplet precautions, necessitating gloves, gown, goggles, and mask.
- The order for doffing PPE after caring for such patients is: gloves, gown, goggles, and mask.
Clean vs. Contaminated PPE Areas
- Clean areas of PPE include ties on the gown, inside gloves, the back of the gown, and straps on goggles.
- Areas typically considered contaminated include the outside of the mask and sleeves of the gown.
Respirators and Usage
- Respirators are required for airborne precautions, while surgical masks are used for droplet precautions.
- Annual fit tests for respirators are necessary.
Proper Needle Disposal
- Used needles must be disposed of immediately in the nearest puncture-resistant container, without recapping or breaking the needle beforehand.
Incident Documentation Protocols
- Document medication errors in the medical record and create an incident report; no need to include the report in the patient's file.
- The nurse should ensure all factual details about the incident are clearly recorded.
Equipment Maintenance in Patient Care
- Suspicion of malfunctioning equipment (like an infusion pump) requires immediate substitution with a functioning unit, along with labeling the broken device.
- Do not attempt to fix malfunctioning pumps while feeding the patient.
Understanding Surgical Asepsis
- All items in surgical fields must remain sterile; if a sterile item contacts a non-sterile item, it is considered contaminated.
- The skin cannot be fully sterilized, and the edges of a sterile field are viewed as unsterile.
- Ensure all fluids flow downward in surgical settings to avoid contamination through capillary action.
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Test your knowledge on the correct usage and sequences of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in healthcare settings. This quiz covers donning and doffing procedures, infection precautions, and the difference between clean and contaminated areas. Ensure you are familiar with best practices to protect yourself and others.