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Double glove and double gowns for staff
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When dealing with patients who are contaminated, the staff must
protect themselves. This is easily done by using the same
techniques that would be used in treating a septic patient.
Double gowns are worn so that if the outer layer becomes
contaminated, it can be removed leaving the person clean once
again. Some experts advocate four layers of protective clothing.
This consists of an outer apron and gown covering an inner apron
and gown. Gloves are similarly doubled as well. Should the outer
gloves become contaminated, they can be easily removed and
replaced. Frequent glove changes should be encouraged throughout
the management of the patient. This action will prevent the
spread from one area to another.
Staff in the REA should also wear masks and hair covers. This is not to prevent the staff from airborne contamination, but rather to avoid the possibility of contamination by inadvertently scratching or touching an area.