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NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question

When donning sterile gloves, the nurse should ensure that:

The first glove is picked up by the folded cuff to avoid contaminating the sterile outer surface, ensuring sterility is maintained.

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Question: When donning sterile gloves, the nurse should ensure that:

Answer options:

  • The inner glove surface touches the skin. ✅ The first glove is picked up by the folded cuff.
  • Both gloves are donned simultaneously.
  • The outside of the sterile glove is touched by bare hands.

Correct answer: The first glove is picked up by the folded cuff.

Explanation: The first glove is picked up by the folded cuff to avoid contaminating the sterile outer surface, ensuring sterility is maintained.

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