Proper PPE Removal Procedures

Jessica demonstrates the CDC-recommended method for removing PPE, including gloves, goggles, gown, and face mask. She emphasizes the importance of avoiding contamination by handling PPE correctly and maintaining hand hygiene throughout the process.

What is the first step in the CDC's example one for removing PPE?

• Removing the face mask

• Taking off goggles

• Removing gloves

• Taking off the gown

When removing the first glove, what should you be careful not to do?

• Touch the inside of the glove

• Rip the glove

• Drop the glove on the floor

• Touch the clean hand with the dirty glove

How should the gloves be disposed of after removal?

• Leave them on a table

• Throw them in the garbage

• Place them in a recycling bin

• Wash and reuse them

What part of the goggles or face shield is considered contaminated?

• The straps

• The back

• The front

• The sides

Where should you place the goggles or face shield after removal?

• On the floor

• On a clean surface for disinfection

• In your pocket

• In a drawer

What is the recommended method for removing the gown?

• Pull it over your head

• Rip it off quickly

• Cut it with scissors

• Turn it inside out while removing

Why is it important to turn the gown inside out during removal?

• To make it easier to fold

• To avoid touching the contaminated outside

• To make it look neat

• To save space in the garbage

What should you avoid touching when removing the face mask?

• The sides

• The back

• The front

• The straps

What should you do immediately after removing all PPE?

• Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer

• Sit down and rest

• Put on new PPE

• Leave the area

What is the final step in the CDC's example one for removing PPE?

• Washing hands or using hand sanitizer

• Removing the face mask

• Disposing of the gown

• Removing goggles