Glove use and vaccination: What the guidance says
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Glove use and vaccination: What the guidance says

Erin Dean Health journalist
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Clearing up the confusion over whether to wear gloves for COVID-19 vaccinations

Images of patients receiving COVID-19 vaccines in hospital hubs, general practices and vaccination centres have been beamed around the world. While undoubtedly cause for celebration, these images have also sparked an important debate among nurses: some vaccinators are wearing gloves, while others are not, so which approach is correct? We review the guidance and speak to nursing experts.

Nursing Standard. 36, 3, 37-37. doi: 10.7748/ns.36.3.37.s19

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03 March 2021 / Vol 36 issue 3

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