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When removing PPE after care, which item is removed first?
- A.The mask, because it is closest to your own face
- B.Gloves, because they are the most contaminated item
- C.The gown, because it covers the largest body area
- D.Eye protection, because it is the hardest to reach
Correct answer
B. Gloves, because they are the most contaminated item
Why
Gloves touch body fluids and surfaces most directly, so they come off first to avoid spreading contamination. The mask is removed last, after other items are off.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Infection Control: Personal Protective Equipment · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-108).