A nurse is caring for a client who requires airborne precautions. The nurse is preparing to leave the clientÔÇÖs room following a dressing change. Which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment should the nurse remove first?

The correct answer is B: Gloves. The nurse should remove gloves first because they are the most likely to be contaminated, reducing the risk of spreading pathogens. Removing gloves first prevents potential transfer of pathogens to other surfaces or PPE. Eyewear, mask, and gown should be removed in that order after gloves to minimize the risk of exposure. Eyewear protects the eyes, mask protects the nose and mouth, and gown protects clothing from contamination. Removing PPE in the correct order is crucial to prevent the spread of infection.