PPE Donning and Doffing Quiz

Why is it important to select the appropriate size of PPE?

• To prevent contamination

• To ensure comfort

• To follow fashion trends

• To save costs

What should you do before donning PPE?

• Talk to the patient

• Drink water

• Perform hand hygiene

• Check your phone

What is the first step in donning PPE?

• Put on the mask

• Put on the face shield

• Put on the gown

• Put on gloves

How should the gown be secured?

• With a belt

• With buttons

• By tying the ties in the back

• With Velcro

What is the correct way to mold the nose piece of a face mask?

• Using the fingertips of both hands

• Using your palm

• Using your elbow

• Using one hand

Where should the bottom strap of an N95 respirator be placed?

• On the forehead

• Below the ears

• Around the neck

• Above the ears

What should you do if the respirator does not seal properly?

• Ask a colleague to help

• Remove it and use a face mask

• Try adjusting the straps

• Ignore it

What should you do if the respirator still leaks after adjustments?

• Use it anyway

• Ask a colleague to help

• Ignore the issue

• Try a different size or type

What is the final step in donning PPE?

• Perform hand hygiene

• Put on gloves

• Put on the face shield

• Put on the gown

When should you remove the respirator if worn?

• In the restroom

• In the hallway

• Outside the patient care area

• Inside the patient care area