Correct use of gloves and how to protect the skin
Erin Dean , Health journalist
The latest guidance and resources from the RCN on appropriate glove use
Essential information
Hand hygiene is an essential part of safe nursing care. Wearing gloves is part of good hand hygiene, but inappropriate use of gloves can lead to work-related contact dermatitis on nurses’ hands.
Nursing Standard.
34, 10, 67-68.
doi: 10.7748/ns.34.10.67.s24
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