What is the correct order for removing PPE (doffing) when leaving an isolation room?

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Gloves, gown, eye protection, mask. The correct PPE doffing (removal) order per NNAAP guidelines is: gloves → gown → eye protection → mask. Gloves are removed first because they are the most contaminated item and removing them first prevents contaminating other surfaces. The gown is removed next, followed by eye protection, with the mask removed last to maintain respiratory protection until the end. This sequence minimizes the risk of self-contamination and pathogen transfer.