CNA Certification (Written Exam)Infection Control and SafetyEasy
A nurse aide is preparing to clean a resident's dentures. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is most appropriate to wear?
- AUtility gloves.
- BA face shield.
- CSterile gloves.
- DClean gloves.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Clean gloves.
Cleaning dentures involves contact with the resident's oral secretions, which requires standard precautions. Clean gloves are sufficient to protect the nurse aide's hands from potential pathogens.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Utility gloves are typically heavier-duty gloves used for environmental cleaning, not for direct resident care.
- B. A face shield might be used if there's a splash risk, but clean gloves are the most essential and appropriate PPE for direct contact.
- C. Sterile gloves are used for sterile procedures, not routine denture cleaning.
Standard Precautions: Denture Care
Standard precautions apply to denture care, requiring clean gloves to prevent contact with oral secretions.
- Treat all body fluids as potentially infectious.
- Clean gloves are sufficient for non-sterile contact.
- Hand hygiene is performed before and after gloving.
Memory trick: Gloves Guard Germs during Gentle Grooming.