Part of Lesson Plan: Standard Precautions

Activity Overview / Details

Demonstrate to students the proper way to put on and remove gown, mask and gloves.

Refer to poster "Donning and Removing PPE" while performing procedure.

Emphasize the following:

When putting on PPE-

gloves are always put on last

gown must completely cover back of uniform and be tied in the back

mask needs to fit snug over the nose, and be pulled down over the chin

cuff of gown needs to be inside the gloves

When taking off PPE-

gloves always come off first

only touch the earloops or ties on the mask

only touch the cuff of the gown that was covered by the gloves or inside of gown with your bare hands

wash hands after removing PPE

Allow time for questions and discussions