The nurse is removing personal protective equipment. Which nursing act

The nurse is removing personal protective equipment. Which nursing action demonstrates the appropriate technique for removing a mask?

1. Bend the strip at the top of the mask.
2. Loop the ties over the ears.
3. Tie the strings in a bow.
4. Touch the mask by the strings only.

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Bending the strip at the top of the mask is done when applying a mask.
Rationale 2: Looping the ties over the ears is done when applying a mask.
Rationale 3: Tying the strings in a bow under the chin is done when applying a mask.
Rationale 4: Touching the mask by the strings is the appropriate intervention because the mask is considered contaminated.