Now it’s time to remove the inner gloves. Like with the outer gloves, there are two very important things to remember:
- First, pay special attention so that you don’t contaminate your hands.
- Second, don’t snap the gloves which could cause spray.
The process to remove the inner gloves is the same as it was with the outer gloves. Hold one of your wrists so that your thumb points up. Pinch that glove and lift at the wrist, then roll it down until the glove is completely off in a ball in the palm of the other hand. Then, slide a finger down and inside the glove on the other hand and pull it off until it’s balled around the first glove. Dispose of the gloves.
Once your gloves are off, it’s very important that you don’t touch your face, any exposed skin, or any surface in the room.
FAQs
These usually consist of standard precautions: gloves, mask, gown. If it is blood or airborne high infections, will include: Face protection, goggles and mask or faceshield, gloves, gown or coverall, head cover, rubber boots.
What is the correct order for removing personal protective equipment? ›
The sequence for removing PPE is intended to limit opportunities for self-contamination. Sequence of removal: (1) Gloves, (2) Gown, (3) Face shield or goggles, (4) Mask or respirator*. Perform hand hygiene after PPE removal, preferably after each step.
What PPE is needed for donning of Ebola? ›
Donning (putting on) PPE:
> Have a consistent sequence. > Ensure PPE selected is an appropriate size so movement is not restricted. > PPE must be fitted correctly (especially respirators, if used). > Take your time to put on your PPE.
What are the 7 steps to removing gloves safely? ›
Follow these steps:
- Grasp the outside of one glove near your wrist. Carefully pull the glove off, turning it inside out.
- Hold the glove in the palm of the still-gloved hand. ...
- Pull the glove until it comes off inside out. ...
- Always wash your hands after removing gloves and before touching any objects or surfaces.
- Putting on (Donning) Engage Trained Observer. Remove Personal Clothing and Items. Inspect PPE Prior to Donning. Perform Hand Hygiene. Put on Boot Covers. Put on Inner Gloves. ...
- Removing (Doffing) Prepare to Doff Your PPE. Engage the Trained Observer. Disinfect Outer Gloves. Remove Outer Apron (if used) Disinfect Outer Gloves.
Avoid contact with items that may have come in contact with an infected person's blood or body fluids (such as clothes, bedding, needles, and medical equipment). Avoid funeral or burial practices that involve touching the body of someone who is suspected or confirmed to have had Ebola disease.
How to doffing PPE? ›
- Remove shoe covers (if applicable)
- Remove gown and gloves together*
- Perform hand hygiene.
- Remove eye protection (if applicable)
- Remove mask/respirator (if applicable)
- Perform hand hygiene.
The correct order for removing PPE after patient care in question 4 is: Gloves, gown, goggles, and mask. Doff (off) the gloves FIRST, followed by the gown, then the face shield or goggles, and lastly, doff the mask or respirator.
What are the four main PPES required for proper donning and doffing? ›
- STEP 1: GOWN.
- STEP 2: SHOE COVERS.
- ▪ Pull shoe covers over shoes.
- STEP 3: GLOVES.
- STEP 4: MASK OR RESPIRATOR.
- STEP 5: GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD (IF NEEDED)
- ▪ Place over face and eyes; adjust to fit.
- SEQUENCE FOR DONNING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Ebola
If you have a patient that has confirmed EVD, the CDC recommends an impermeable gown or coverall, the use of a full face shield, a NIOSH-approved, fit tested N95 respirator or higher protection, double gloves, boot covers, and an apron.
Coveralls, gowns, hoods, masks, goggles and face shields, among others, are used to prevent skin and mucous membranes from becoming contaminated and respirators are used to prevent inhalation. Depending on the transmission route and the specifics of the infection, different types of PPE are recommended.
What is OSHA standard for Ebola? ›
OSHA Standards
Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). The BBP standard requires employers to, among other things, implement an exposure control plan (ECP) and provide appropriate personal protective equipment when workers may be occupationally exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
What PPE is used for protective precautions? ›
Personal protective equipment may include items such as gloves, safety glasses and shoes, earplugs or muffs, hard hats, respirators, or coveralls, vests and full body suits.
What PPE is required for protective precautions? ›
➢ Use PPE including gloves, gowns & eye protection and practice hand hygiene. ➢ Face mask – Wear a fit-tested N95 or higher respirator mask. ➢ Remove all PPE before leaving the room except for the respirator mask.
Is Ebola airborne or droplet precautions? ›
It can also be spread on objects or surfaces contaminated by body fluids of an infected person, for example clothing or bedding of an ill person that have not been cleaned. Ebola can only be spread from one person to another when someone has symptoms. Ebola is not spread through air, food, or water.
