Proper PPE Use - Pearls

What determines the type of PPE used?

The level of precautions required.

Are standard precautions a PPE precaution level?

Yes.

Are contact precautions a PPE precaution level?

Yes.

Are droplet precautions a PPE precaution level?

Yes.

Are airborne infection isolation precautions a PPE precaution level?

Yes.

What should the donning and removal procedure be tailored to?

The specific type of PPE.

Where should hands be kept while wearing PPE?

Away from the face.

How many surfaces should be touched while wearing PPE?

As few as possible.

When should gloves be changed?

When torn or heavily contaminated.

What safe work practice is performed with hands?

Hand hygiene.

Where is PPE other than the respirator removed?

At the doorway or in the anteroom.

When is the respirator removed?

After leaving the patient room and closing the door.

When is hand hygiene performed between removal steps?

If hands become contaminated.

When is hand hygiene performed after PPE removal?

Immediately after removing all PPE.