Latex gloves are natural material, made out of rubber. They are a popular choice of protective glove for medical or industrial use. The primary reason people would choose an alternative to latex is because many people suffer from latex allergies.
How do you use latex gloves?
Peel the glove away from your body, pulling it inside out. Hold that glove in the still-gloved hand. Using the hand that isn't in a glove, peel off the glove you're wearing, by inserting your fingers inside, at the wrist. Pull the second glove inside out, and dispose of both properly.
Are latex gloves better?
Latex gloves are often preferred by healthcare providers since they provide the best service when it comes to elasticity, comfort and fit. In general, latex gloves offer the best protection against bacteria and viruses, while synthetic gloves provide better protection.
Why is there powder in latex gloves?
Powdered gloves usually contain cornstarch powder which is added as a donning agent. The powder adsorbs the latex particles and behaves as a carrier, which predisposes to allergy.
Why is it necessary to wash hands after removal of gloves?
Clinicians must also sanitize their hands after wearing gloves because it's very difficult to remove gloves without contaminating your hands during removal. This transfers organisms from the gloves to your skin. A recent study demonstrated that 52.9% of glove removals resulted in contaminating either skin or clothing.
