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NCLEX Question of the Day

June 14, 2026 Safety and Infection Control

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Safety and Infection Control QID 691

A nurse is caring for a patient who requires contact and droplet precautions. What is the appropriate order for donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?

  1. Correct answer Gown, mask, goggles or face shield, gloves.

  2. Gloves, goggles, gown, mask.

  3. Mask, gloves, gown, goggles.

  4. Gown, gloves, mask, face shield.

Rationale

The correct order of donning PPE for contact and droplet precautions is gown first (to cover clothing), then mask (to protect mucous membranes), followed by goggles or face shield (to protect the eyes), and gloves last (to cover hands and wrists).

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