When teaching a student nurse about removing PPE, the nurse would include which correct order of equipment removal?
A) Gloves, eyewear, gown, and mask
B) Mask, eyewear, gown, and gloves
C) Gown, mask, eyewear, and gloves
D) Gloves, gown, mask, and eyewear

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When removing PPE, gloves, which are contaminated, are removed first to prevent contamination of the face and eyes during removal of the mask and to prevent spread of microorganisms. Eyewear should then be removed, followed by the gown and finally the mask.

When Teaching a Student Nurse About Removing PPE, the Nurse