The nurse is wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) while caring for a client. When exiting the client's room, which PPE should be removed first?

A. Gloves are removed first because they are the most contaminated and removing them first reduces the risk of contaminating other PPE or the nurse’s hands. B. The gown is removed after gloves to avoid contaminating clothing or skin. C. The mask is removed last, usually outside the client’s room, to maintain protection until the nurse is no longer exposed. D. Eyewear is removed after gloves and gown to prevent touching the face with contaminated gloves.