Effectiveness of glove barriers used in clinical settings

Gloves are the most common barrier used to prevent the transmission of microorganisms between patients and nurses, and clinicians should be familiar with factors that affect glove choice, including the type of unit, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, tasks performed, and personal safety. In addition...

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Published inMedsurg nursing Vol. 1; no. 1; p. 29
Main Author Korniewicz, D M
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.09.1992
Subjects
Gloves, Surgical - classification
Gloves, Surgical - standards
Gloves, Surgical - supply & distribution
Humans
Infection Control - methods
Nursing Staff
Quality Control
Universal Precautions
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Summary:Gloves are the most common barrier used to prevent the transmission of microorganisms between patients and nurses, and clinicians should be familiar with factors that affect glove choice, including the type of unit, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, tasks performed, and personal safety. In addition to selecting the proper gloves for clinical practice, nurses can play an important role in the evaluation, quality control, and development of new effective barriers for hand protection.
ISSN:1092-0811