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Do’s and Don’ts for wearing gloves in the Healthcare Environment

10/28/2016

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  • DO wear gloves to reduce the risk of contamination or exposure to blood, other body exposure, hazardous materials, and transmission of infection
  • DO clean hands before putting on gloves for a sterile procedures (e.g., insertion of catheter or other invasive device)
  • DO clean hands after removing gloves
  • DO clean hands and change gloves between each task (e.g., after contact with a contaminated surface or environment
  • DO make sure that gloves fit you properly before performing any tasks
  • DO ensure the correct type of glove is available if you have skin sensitivity or allergy issues
  • DO follow your facility's policy on glove use 
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  • DON’T re-use or wash gloves (except for utility gloves after being properly cleaned)
  • DON’T substitute glove use for hand hygiene
  • DON’T use gloves if they are damaged or visibly soiled
  • DON’T touch your face when wearing gloves
  • DON’T wear the same pair of gloves from one patient to another
  • DON’T wear gloves outside the patient room e.g. in clean areas, nurse’s station, supply room,  hallways, during patient transportation
  • DON’T forget to remove and dispose of gloves properly
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