CNA Certification (Written Exam)Infection Control and SafetyMedium
A nurse aide is preparing to enter the room of a resident on contact precautions to provide wound care. Which order is correct for donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?
- AMask, gloves, gown, goggles
- BGloves, gown, mask, goggles
- CGoggles, gown, gloves, mask
- DGown, mask, goggles, gloves
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Gown, mask, goggles, gloves
The correct donning sequence is gown first, then mask/respirator, then goggles or face shield, and gloves last so they cover the gown cuffs. This order minimizes contamination and ensures full protective coverage.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Gloves before gown would leave the gown cuffs exposed and unprotected.
- B. Gloves should be donned last, not first, to seal over the gown sleeves.
- C. Goggles first would be donned before the gown, which is out of sequence.
PPE Donning Order
The correct sequence for putting on PPE is gown, mask, goggles/face shield, then gloves, ensuring gloves cover gown cuffs.
- Gown first for full body coverage
- Mask/respirator second, fitted snugly
- Gloves last to overlap gown cuffs
Memory trick: Gown, Mask, Goggles, Gloves - GMGG keeps you safe