CNA Proper Hand Hygiene and PPE Usage 2

Question 1

When should a CNA perform hand hygiene BEFORE donning gloves?

Accepted Answer

Before every patient contact, including before putting on gloves

Answer

Hand hygiene before donning gloves prevents contaminants on the hands from being trapped inside the gloves and reduces pathogen transfer.

Question 2

A CNA caring for a patient on droplet precautions should wear which PPE?

Accepted Answer

Surgical mask, gloves, and gown

Answer

Droplet precautions require a surgical mask, gloves, and gown to protect against respiratory droplets that travel up to 3 feet.

Question 3

In what order should PPE be REMOVED (doffed) after caring for an isolation patient?

Accepted Answer

Gloves → gown → mask/eye protection → hand hygiene

Answer

Gloves are removed first because they are the most contaminated item; the gown is next; mask and eye protection last to protect the face until the end.

Question 4

How long should hands be rubbed together when using alcohol-based hand sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 seconds or until dry

Answer

Hand sanitizer must be rubbed vigorously over all hand surfaces until the product is completely dry — approximately 20–30 seconds.

Question 5

A CNA has just assisted a patient with a C. difficile (C. diff) infection. Which hand hygiene method is required?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water — required because alcohol does not kill C. diff spores

Answer

Alcohol-based sanitizers are NOT effective against C. diff spores. Soap and water must be used to mechanically remove spores from the hands.

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CNA Proper Hand Hygiene and PPE Usage 2