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Which type of glove is more flexible than vinyl?
Which type of glove is more flexible than vinyl?
- Vinyl gloves
- Nitrile gloves
- Rubber gloves
- Latex gloves (correct)
When should nurses wear latex gloves according to Korniewicz et al?
When should nurses wear latex gloves according to Korniewicz et al?
- When the task requires minimal precision
- When the task involves a high risk of exposure to pathogens
- When the task is unlikely to stress the glove material
- When turning stopcocks or handling sharp instruments (correct)
In which areas are vinyl gloves recommended according to the text?
In which areas are vinyl gloves recommended according to the text?
- Intensive care units and emergency departments
- Operating rooms and labor and delivery areas
- Infectious disease units and ambulatory care settings
- Postoperative eye surgery units and psychiatric units (correct)
What symptom range can healthcare workers experience due to latex sensitivity?
What symptom range can healthcare workers experience due to latex sensitivity?
When should nurses wear a sterile gown according to the text?
When should nurses wear a sterile gown according to the text?
How are sterile gloves typically packaged?
How are sterile gloves typically packaged?
Why is it necessary to lay the inner package on a clean, flat surface just above waist level?
Why is it necessary to lay the inner package on a clean, flat surface just above waist level?
What is the purpose of applying powder to the hands?
What is the purpose of applying powder to the hands?
Why should you identify the right and left glove?
Why should you identify the right and left glove?
Why should you grasp the folded edge of the cuff of the glove with your nondominant hand?
Why should you grasp the folded edge of the cuff of the glove with your nondominant hand?
Why should you lift and hold the glove with fingers down?
Why should you lift and hold the glove with fingers down?
What is the purpose of not holding the sterile gloves below the waist?
What is the purpose of not holding the sterile gloves below the waist?
What is a key consideration when selecting a glove type?
What is a key consideration when selecting a glove type?
Why is it important to inspect the hand for cuts or lesions before putting on gloves?
Why is it important to inspect the hand for cuts or lesions before putting on gloves?
What should you do before donning gloves?
What should you do before donning gloves?
Why is it essential to handle the inner glove package by the outside only?
Why is it essential to handle the inner glove package by the outside only?
What should you do with unnecessary items in the workplace?
What should you do with unnecessary items in the workplace?
Why is it crucial to choose the correct glove size?
Why is it crucial to choose the correct glove size?
Study Notes
Donning Sterile Gloves
- There are two methods of donning sterile gloves: Open Method and Closed Method
- Open Method is commonly used outside the operating room and does not require a sterile gown
- Closed Method requires a sterile gown to be worn
Sterile Gloves
- Sterile gloves are packaged with the cuff facing upwards and the palms facing upwards when opened
- The package usually indicates the size of the glove (e.g. Size 6 or 7 ½)
- Latex and Vinyl gloves are available to protect the nurse from contact with blood and body fluids
Latex Gloves
- Latex gloves are more flexible than vinyl gloves
- They mold to the wearer's hands, allowing freedom of movement
- They have the added feature of resealing tiny punctures automatically
- Recommended for tasks that demand flexibility, place stress on the material, or involve a high risk of exposure to pathogens
Vinyl Gloves
- Vinyl gloves are chosen for tasks that do not stress the material, require minimal precision, and have minimal risk of exposure to pathogens
- Suitable for ambulatory care settings, postoperative eye surgery units, and outpatient psychiatric units
Latex Allergy
- Healthcare workers have reported latex sensitivity with reactions ranging from local skin reactions to urticaria to systemic anaphylaxis
Donning Sterile Gloves Technique
- Lay the inner package on a clean, flat surface above waist level to maintain sterility
- Apply powder to hands if gloves are not pre-powdered to facilitate easy gloving
- Carefully open the inner package to expose the sterile gloves with the cuff end closest to the wearer
- Identify right and left gloves, and glove the dominant hand first
- With thumb and first two fingers of the nondominant hand, grasp the folded edge of the cuff of the glove for the dominant hand
Important Considerations
- Assess the procedure to be performed and consult agency policy on use of gloves
- Check for known allergies to latex and inspect hands for cuts, open lesions, or abrasions
- Examine the glove package to ensure it is not wet, torn, or discolored
- Determine correct glove size and type of glove material to be used
- Remove unnecessary items from the workspace
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Test your knowledge on how to properly handle sterile gloves to maintain their sterility and prevent contamination. Learn the correct actions to take when preparing to use sterile gloves and understand the rationale behind each step.
