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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sequence for Removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)-CDC Remove in this order: 1. GLOVES - Outside of gloves are contaminated! Grasp outside of glove with opposite gloved…
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…
Perform hand hygiene. Don gloves. If obvious soil is present, use first wipe, applying friction to completely remove soil. Use a clean wipe(s) to thoroughly wipe…
