Question

question 10 the nurse observes a staff member prepare to leave the room of a client on droplet precautions. the nurse intervenes if which action is observed? 1. the staff member removes the first glove by grasping the cuff and pulling the glove inside out over the hand. 2. the staff member holds onto the outer surface of the face mask while pulling the mask away from the face. 3. the staff member unties the gown and removes it without touching the outside of the gown. 4. the staff member performs hand hygiene after removing the personal protective equipment.

Explanation:

To determine the incorrect action requiring intervention, we analyze each option based on infection control principles for removing PPE:

• Option 1: Removing gloves by grasping the cuff and pulling inside - out is correct (avoids contamination).
• Option 2: Holding the outer surface of the face mask (contaminated) while removing it is incorrect, as the outer surface may be contaminated with pathogens. This action can lead to self - contamination or spread of infection.
• Option 3: Untying the gown and removing it without touching the outside (contaminated area) is a correct technique.
• Option 4: Performing hand hygiene after removing PPE is a standard and correct infection control practice.

Answer:

1. The staff member holds onto the outer surface of the face mask while pulling the mask away from the face.