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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Donning Sterile Gown and Gloves/Sterile Gowning and Gloving Equipment Quiz

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Work through each question carefully to choose the best answer, and submit the quiz to view your results. After completing the quiz, read through the answer explanations to review the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect options.

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1

Which component provides the final protective barrier between your hands and the sterile field?

Sterile hand towel
Sterile surgical gown
Sterile surgical gloves
Sterile drape

2

Before opening a sterile gown pack, which finding indicates that the pack should not be used?

The gown is packaged separately from the gloves
The package has a small tear near one corner
The manufacturer's packaging looks different from previous packs
The gown is a different color than those used previously

3

Which area of a properly donned sterile surgical gown is considered non-sterile?

The front of the gown between chest level and the sterile field
The sleeves from approximately 5 cm (2 inches) above the elbow to the cuffs
The glove cuffs after closed gloving
The back of the gown

4

Why is selecting the correct glove size important?

It reduces hand fatigue, improves dexterity, and helps maintain sterility
It allows gloves to be reused more easily
It prevents the need for surgical hand antisepsis
It determines whether the gloves require sterilization

5

While preparing to gown, you discover that the correct glove size is unavailable. What is the most appropriate action?

Wear gloves that are one size too large
Wear gloves that are one size too small
Notify the circulating nurse or supervisor and obtain an appropriate alternative before proceeding
Begin the procedure without gloves until the correct size becomes available

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Part of Setting Up the Operating Room - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
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Created July 13, 2026 by 2600:387:C:6A1B:0:0:0:4
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