PPE Donning and Doffing Quiz

What should be considered when selecting PPE for a patient?

• The potential infectious agent

• The weather outside

• The color of the PPE

• The patient's age

How should the straps of an N95 respirator be positioned?

• Overlapping each other

• Tangled together

• Hanging loosely

• Resting on the head without overlapping

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

• Ignore it and continue

• Try a different size or type of respirator

• Use tape to seal the edges

• Remove the respirator and wear a mask

What is the purpose of performing a seal test on a respirator?

• To confirm it is sealing properly

• To see if it matches the gown

• To check the color of the respirator

• To ensure it is comfortable

What should you do if air leaks around the respirator's perimeter?

• Cover it with a mask

• Remove the respirator

• Adjust the straps and recheck

• Ignore it

What is the first step in the sequence of donning PPE?

• Wearing goggles

• Putting on a gown

• Wearing a face shield

• Putting on gloves

What is the first item to be removed when doffing PPE?

• Gown

• Mask

• Gloves

• Face shield

Where should the doffing of a respirator be performed?

• In the restroom

• In the hallway

• Outside the patient care area

• Inside the patient care area

What is considered contaminated on a face mask?

• The ear loops

• The front of the mask

• The inside of the mask

• The straps

What should be done after removing each piece of PPE?

• Perform hand hygiene

• Take a break

• Drink water

• Check your phone