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1. Donning and Doffing PPE: Proper Wearing, Removal, and Disposal
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/learning/safetyculturehc/module-3/8.html
Description: Oct 3, 2022 · Doffing means removing PPE in a way that avoids self-contamination. For example, avoid skin and mucous membrane contact with potentially infectious materials, and chemical and biological agents. Follow strict donning and doffing procedures, such as observer-monitored methods and hot, warm, and cold zones, for highly infectious agents.
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2. Sequence for donning and doffing personal protective equipment (PPE…
Link: https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/infection-control-configuration/protocols/personal-protective-equipment/
Description: Sequence for donning and doffing personal protective equipment (PPE) Donning PPE (Putting on) Doffing PPE (Taking off) Perform hand hygiene. Put on shoe covers (if applicable) Put on gown. Put on mask/respirator (if applicable) …
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3. Sequence for Donning Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/HAI/pdfs/ppe/ppeposter148.pdf
Description: The type of PPE used will vary based on the level of precautions required; e.g., Standard and Contact, Droplet or Airborne Infection Isolation. GOWN. Fully cover torso from neck to knees, arms to end of wrists, and wrap around the back. Fasten …
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4. 1.WN GO 2. MASK OR RESPIRATOR 3. GOGGLES OR …
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/hai/pdfs/ppe/ppe-sequence.pdf
Description: There are a variety of ways to safely remove PPE without contaminating your clothing, skin, or mucous membranes with potentially infectious materials. Here is one example. Remove all PPE before exiting the patient room except a respirator, if worn. Remove the respirator after leaving the patient room and closing the door.
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5. Removing PPE the right way: Do you know how to doff? - AAHA
Link: https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2020-04/removing-ppe-the-right-way-do-you-know-how-to-doff/
Description: If you’re not sure about how to handle PPE gear coming or going, the CDC site also has detailed instructions on best practices for putting on PPE gear—and they prefer the word “don.” *Facilities implementing reuse or extended use of PPE will need to adjust their donning and doffing procedures to accommodate those practices.
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6. PPE 101: The do's and don'ts of donning and doffing
Link: https://www.ama-assn.org/medical-residents/medical-resident-wellness/ppe-101-dos-and-donts-donning-and-doffing
Description: Aug 3, 2020 · Proper PPE use requires health care workers to wash their hands before donning or after doffing PPE, and essentially anytime they enter or exit a room with a patient. It also is important for residents to be mindful of what they are touching and the order in which they remove safety equipment.
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7. Personal Protective Equipment and Covid-19 | NEJM
Link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMvcm2014809
Description: May 19, 2020 · The best way for health care workers to prevent infection with SARS-CoV-2 is through training and demonstrated competency in putting on and removing, also known as donning and doffing, personal...
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8. Appropriate PPE | ACEP
Link: https://www.acep.org/corona/covid-19-field-guide/work-safety/appropriate-ppe/
Description: Facilities should have policies and procedures that describe a recommended sequence for safely donning and doffing PPE. The PPE recommended when caring for patients with known or suspected COVID-19 includes ( Figure 3.1 ): Masks. Put on an N95 mask before entering the patient’s room or care area.
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9. Donning and doffing personal protective equipment: Clinical ... - Osmosis
Link: https://www.osmosis.org/learn/Donning_and_doffing_personal_protective_equipment:_Clinical_skills_notes
Description: Donning and Doffing Personal Protective Equipment. INTRODUCTION. When providing client care, personal protective equipment, or PPE for short, should be used to avoid transmission of infection to and from the client.
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10. Project Firstline - Resources on Donning and Doffing PPE | ANA
Link: https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/project-firstline/on-the-go-resource/ppe/donning-and-doffing-ppe/
Description: Demonstration of Doffing PPE. Demonstration of Donning PPE. How Do I Test the Seal on My N95? View Disclaimer. Discover free, on-the-go resources for health care providers on the donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE), from Project Firstline and ANA.