Factors that impact on the infection control capability of gloves
Truscott, W.; Stoessel, K.B.
Professional Nurse 18(9): 507-511
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 0266-8130 PMID: 12764958 Document Number: 556221
The use of gloves can reduce the risk of cross-infection for patients and health-care professionals. This is dependent, however, on the correct type of glove being selected for the appropriate job. Care must be taken to ensure that gloves are stored and worn correctly, to reduce the chance of exposing them to factors that may damage their integrity.
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