Topic 6- Sterile gloves Flashcards
What are sterile gloves?
A kind of disposable glove that does not contain any germs and microorganisms
What is the function of sterile gloves?
prevent wound infections, and protect the body from getting infected by blood and body fluid of others
what is the function of sterile latex gloves?
prevents the spread of communicable diseases like HIV.
When are sterile gloves worn?
when you need to touch human body
What are the rules regarding sterile glove safety?
Choose tight gloves, wash hands before wearing gloves and after removing them, make sure all tools and supplies are ready before wearing the gloves, and practice latex allergy precaution by asking the patient if they have a latex allergy beforehand