Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, aprons, and eye protection play an important role in the prevention and control of infection for all healthcare staff. This article defines PPE and it's components, outlining when these items should be used and the procedures for putting on and removing them. It includes a self assessment quiz at the end and could be used as part of the 35 CPD hours required for revalidation.
Brown, L. et al. 2019. Use of personal protective equipment in nursing practice. Nursing Standard, 34 (5) p 59 - 66.
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