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Br J Nurs. 1999 Mar 11-24;8(5):279-82, 284, 286-7. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE MED/99291107
Ross S; Wakefield and Pontefract Community Health NHS Trust, Fieldhead; Hospital.
Abstract: The last two decades have seen a substantial increase in the use of protective gloves in healthcare establishments. This is attributed to the widespread publicity regarding the risks of transmission of human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis B and C from blood and body fluid contact. Further, directives from official agencies stressing the need to protect staff from blood-borne viruses in the workplace led to the introduction of a variety of disposable gloves, each claiming total or adequate protective ability. The resulting sensitization to latex in some users has caused concern. This article reports on the process used within one NHS trust to explore glove use and determine the level of latex sensitization among staff. The audit identified an irrational approach to glove purchasing as well as inappropriate use of different types of gloves. The audit was followed by a trial aimed at rationalizing both the purchase and use of gloves.
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