The KIMBERLY-CLARK* KNOWLEDGE NETWORK* offers a variety of free educational resources on the subject of infection prevention. Many of these online courses and materials provide accredited CE contact hours.

> Click here for Clinical Education


Education Resource Articles

EXAM GLOVES

> Guideline for Isolation Precautions

> Durability Needs Assessment for Gloves

> Clinical Issue – Gloves

> In-Use Barrier Performance Studies

> Guidelines for Hand Hygiene


ISOLATION GOWNS

> Performance Standards and Guidelines

> AAMI Guidelines Brochure


FACIAL PROTECTION

> CDC Respiratory Etiquette

> Respiratory Etiquette from KNOWLEDGE NETWORK*

> Surgical Mask Donning and Removal

> PPE Removal Chart

> Guidelines for Preventing Influenza

> Pandemic Preparedness Guide



Not On My Watch
Ultimately, the health care personnel using the personal protective equipment must make the final decision on which level of protection is appropriate, given the anticipated risk of fluid exposure or other contamination. This tool is intended as a guideline only