Which part of the garbing process comes right after the hair cover?

After putting on a hair cover, the next step in the garbing process is to wear a face mask. This sequence is critical in maintaining aseptic conditions and preventing contamination during pharmaceutical compounding and related activities.

Wearing a face mask helps block droplets that can be expelled when talking, coughing, or sneezing, which is particularly important in a sterile environment. This step ensures that any particles emitted from the mouth or nose do not compromise the sterility of the working area or the medications being prepared.

While shoe covers, a disposable gown, and eye shields are also important components of the garbing process, they follow the donning of the face mask. Therefore, the correct sequence helps maximize the effectiveness of protective measures in a pharmacy setting.