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list the order in which to remove contaminated ppe, with the first step on top. instructions gown gloves mask/face shield
To prevent self - contamination when removing contaminated PPE, the general order is to remove the most contaminated outer layers first. Gloves are often the most contaminated as they are in direct contact with patients or contaminated surfaces. Then the gown, which is also a relatively outer and contaminated layer. Finally, the mask/face shield, as it is closer to the face and we want to remove it last to avoid inhaling or contacting contaminants from the other removed PPE.
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- Gloves
- Gown
- Mask/face shield