Two Acceptable Methods to Remove Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Please be advised that there are two acceptable methods recommended by the CDC for removing (doffing) personal protective equipment. Last week, we sent out one acceptable method.… Read more.
Stethoscope Cleaning
When: BEFORE and AFTER each use.
How: Wipe stethoscopes with 70 percent isopropyl alcohol wipe. Clean all surfaces of stethoscope including the bell and tubing.
Why: Prevent bacteria transmission to patient, self, and equipment.… Read more.
Beware the Badge and Lanyards
The Cooper identification badge is required to be worn at collar level with employee name and photo facing forward and clearly visible at all times while working at any Cooper location.… Read more.
Policy on Fingernails and Artificial Nails
Employees having direct or indirect hands-on patient care may not have fingernails in excess of ¼ inch in length and may not wear artificial fingernails, which is inclusive of gel nail polish, wraps, acrylics, silks, etc.… Read more.
Safety Communication: Mobile Devices
Just as with other devices that come into contact with the hands of healthcare workers, mobile devices can pose a significant risk of spreading HAIs in patient care environments.
Please follow these Safety Tips when using your cell phone or mobile device:
Sequence for Removing Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Includes Gloves, Gown, Mask or Respirator, & Face shield.
Except for respirator, remove PPE at doorway or in anteroom. Remove respirator after leaving patient room and closing door.… Read more.
SEQUENCE FOR DONNING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
The type of PPE used will vary based on the level of precautions required; e.g., Standard and Contact, Droplet or Airborne Infection Isolation.
Donning PPE per CDC when Full Protection is required (GOWN, MASK or RESPIRATOR, FACE SHIELD, GLOVES)
1.… Read more.
Remove in this order:
1. GLOVES – Outside of gloves are contaminated!
Grasp outside of glove with opposite gloved hand; peel off.
Hold removed glove in gloved hand.
Slide fingers of ungloved hand under remaining glove at wrist.… Read more.
1. Perform Hand Hygiene
2. GOWN
Remove gown from pack and open.
Find opening at neck of gown and pull over head.
Insert arms and ensure thumbs are through the loops (this is not optional).
Fasten in back.… Read more.