Standard precautions: The role of personal protective equipment
Overview: When used correctly, PPE provides a physical barrier that protects your eyes, nose, mouth, skin, and clothing. Safely putting on, using, and removing PPE during healthcare activities relies on human decision-making and performance; therefore, it is essential to recognize risk of potential exposures and be sure PPE is used correctly and appropriately.
Description
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is specialized clothing worn by healthcare personnel (HCP) for protection against infectious materials. PPE is a safety element used in healthcare delivery that relies on correct and consistent use by HCP. Because of this, it is less effective than replacement or removal of hazards, engineering controls, and administrative controls.
Self-paced
Language: English
Not disease specific
What you'll learn
Explain how personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in healthcare settings
Describe how to safely put on
use
and remove PPE
Identify types of PPE and rationale for use
Instructor
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