Given below is a diagram illustrating the healthcare worker donning and doffing personal protective equipment. Show the correct order.
Options:

Correct option is A

The correct order for donning and doffing personal protective equipment is:
1. Don Gown: Start by putting on the gown to protect your clothes.
2. Don Gloves: Put on gloves over the gown.
3. Don Mask or Respirator: Wear a mask or respirator for breathing protection.
4. Wash Hands: Always wash your hands after donning the personal protective equipment.
5. Don Face Shield: Lastly, put on the face shield for added protection.
Explanation of each option:
· (1) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 – Correct. This is the proper sequence for donning PPE.
· (2) 1, 2, 5, 3, 4 – Incorrect. The face shield should be put on last, not after the gloves.
· (3) 4, 1, 2, 3, 5 – Incorrect. Washing hands is typically done after the full gear is on.
· (4) 3, 2, 1, 4, 5 – Incorrect. The mask should be donned after the gown and gloves are on.