Module 3: Personal protective equipment answers
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At the end of this course, you will need to verify that you've fulfilled the course requirements and obtain a learning certificate. Before we begin...To navigate through the course, please continue to use the arrow keys in the upper left corner of each page or utilize the prompts on the bottom left of each page. Previous Page - Go to the previous page Next Page - Go to the next page To access a specific page, click on the desired page number at the top of the screen. Throughout the training, you will have the opportunity to click on highlighted words to view the definition, or to click on hyperlinks to view external sources. Order of ModulesThis course is designed to increase your infection control knowledge in long-term care environments. Information from this CBT can be directly applied to your daily activities as a nurse aide. This course has five modules. You must save or print the certificate at the end of each module. Keep these certificates as proof of completion.
There is no way to create a lost certificate of completion without taking or retaking the course. If you do not keep a copy for your records, you will need to repeat this course. Let's get started!Lesson Objectives
What is PPE?PPE, or Personal Protective Equipment, includes many different pieces of clothing or equipment designed to protect you from contact with pathogens. PPE is used to protect your mucous membranes, skin, and clothing. The most commonly used pieces of PPE include:
It is important to note that not all types of PPE will be used in every situation. The PPE required will be determined by the known pathogens present. Gloves
Gloving ProtocolOne of the most critical components to donning gloves is hand hygiene. You must perform hand hygiene before resident contact, even though you are wearing gloves. The way YOU use gloves can influence the risk of disease transmission in your healthcare setting. DO:
DON'T:
It is important to note that gloves can spread illnesses just like bare hands. Wearing gloves does not stop the transfer of pathogens. It is very easy for cross-contamination to occur even when wearing gloves. Be mindful of the order in which you touch things (remember clean to dirty) and when you may need to change gloves mid-procedure. Example: You have entered Mrs. Johnson's room to provide care of an open wound. While preparing the materials you will need, you accidentally touched the rim of the trash can. What should you do? Face Coverings: Masks
Face Coverings: Respirators
Face Coverings: Goggles
Face Coverings: Face Shields
Gowns
Donning PPE
Doffing PPE
Donning and Doffing PPEPracticing proper protocol in both donning and doffing PPE can ensure that you, and your residents, remain safe when faced with an infectious disease. By not following these guidelines, you may open the door to an infectious disease outbreak that could have been prevented with proper PPE usage.
Factors Influencing PPE SelectionDecisions about what PPE to use should be determined by the type and level of contact you will have with the resident. Not all PPE is necessary with every contact. Type of exposure anticipated, fit and durability of PPE, and the need for transmission-based precautions are all needed in determining which PPE should be utilized. Consider the following:
These are examples of basic questions you should answer before deciding which PPE to use. Factors Influencing PPE SelectionGloves You should wear gloves when you will have to touch a client in a way that might lead to exposure to blood or body fluids or touch objects in their environment that may be contaminated. Face Coverings You should wear a mask, respirator, or face shield when there is a risk of being splashed or sprayed with blood or body fluids (secretions and/or excretions) or being exposed to airborne pathogens. Gowns You should wear a gown when there is a risk of your clothing or exposed skin meeting anything wet or weeping. This includes blood, bodily fluids, secretions and/or excretions. Factors Influencing PPE SelectionListed here are several patient care activities that could indicate a need to wear PPE. Practice identifying what PPE you would you wear for each scenario. Cross-contamination of PPECross-contamination of PPE occurs when "clean" areas encounter "dirty" areas. Generally, contaminated areas of PPE consist of any area that may have been exposed to a resident, or the resident's blood or bodily fluids. These include:
Because these areas are considered dirty, encountering them during the doffing (removal of PPE) sequence requires you to stop and wash your hands. Failing to do so could cause a cross-contamination of the pathogen you have been exposed to and spread of the contagion could occur. Reusing PPEPPE is generally designed to be disposable and used only once. There may be times, however, that you will be asked to reuse certain items. There are 2 scenarios that you may encounter with PPE. The first, extended use, refers to the practice of wearing the same item for repeated close contact encounters with several patients, without removing the PPE between patient encounters. This is generally better suited to patients who are infected with the same infectious disease. The second, reuse, refers to the practice of using the same item for multiple encounters with patients but removing it (doffing) after each encounter. The PPE is stored in between encounters to be put on again (donned) prior to the next encounter with a patient. N95 respirators are common examples of pieces of PPE that are reused or used on an extended-use basis. When determining if an N95 respirator should be used one-time only, or reused, depends on the specific situation within your facility. The decision to implement these practices should be made on a case by case basis, considering respiratory pathogen characteristics (e.g., routes of transmission, prevalence of disease in the region, infection attack rate, and severity of illness) and local conditions (e.g., number of disposable N95 respirators available, current respirator usage rate, success of other respirator conservation strategies, etc.). Some healthcare facilities may wish to implement extended use and/or limited reuse before respirator shortages are observed, so that adequate supplies are available during times of peak demand. Be sure to speak with your facility's Infection Control Preventionist for guidance on reusing PPE. Each facility will have slightly different recommendations and guidance for reuse. Case StudyJohn is a CNA at Blushing Pines and is performing incontinent care on a resident. John washes his hands, dons clean gloves, and removes the soiled brief. After discarding the brief in the trash can, John reaches to push his hair out of his eyes and tucks it behind his ears. Still wearing the same gloves, John grabs clean wipes and begins cleaning the resident. John's hair falls back into his face, so he removes his soiled gloves and pushes his hair out of his face again. Then, he pulls up his pants that are falling below his waist and dons clean gloves to complete care. Objectives ReviewSo far in module 3, you have:
The following slides will include a short concept check to help you demonstrate your understanding of the content provided. CONGRATULATIONS!You have successfully completed Module 3: Personal Protective Equipment FINAL STEPSPlease review your score. Save or print your certificate for your records. Remember, there is no way to create a lost certificate of completion without retaking the course. If you do not keep a copy for your records, you will need to repeat this course. THANK YOU!Next up: Module 4: Standard and Transmission-based PrecautionsWhat is personal protective equipment answer?Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as "PPE", is equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. These injuries and illnesses may result from contact with chemical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards.
What are the three personal protective equipment?Components of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Gloves. Gloves help protect you when directly handling potentially infectious materials or contaminated surfaces.. Gowns. ... . Shoe and Head Covers. ... . Masks and Respirators. ... . Other Face and Eye Protection.. What is personal protective equipment PDF?Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as “PPE”, is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards. Examples of PPE include such items as gloves, foot and eye protection, protective hearing devices (earplugs, muffs) hard hats, respirators and full body suits.
What are the 4 basic elements of using and caring for PPE?Someone in an A risk situation would require more equipment with a higher performance rating than someone in a D situation. Within each level, there are recommendations for the four categories of PPE, including eye protection, skin protection, lung protection, and hand protection.
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