This comprehensive guide definitively answers whether medical gloves can be washed, explaining the material science behind glove degradation, the regulatory classification of gloves as single-use devices, and the infection control risks of reuse. Drawing on CDC, FDA, and WHO guidelines, it provides clear protocols for proper glove use and disposal, essential for healthcare workers and infection control practitioners.
This comprehensive guide explores the materials used in disposable isolation gowns, including polypropylene, polyethylene, SMS nonwovens, and innovative compostable textiles. It explains how material properties determine AAMI protection levels, cuff designs that interface with medical gloves, and emerging sustainable alternatives—essential reading for healthcare procurement and infection control professionals.
This article provides a comprehensive, evidence-based analysis of whether gloves are required for oral medication administration. It distinguishes between routine oral medications (where hand hygiene suffices) and high-risk scenarios including hazardous drugs, contact precautions, and oral secretions (where medical gloves are mandatory). Essential guidance for nurses, pharmacists, and all healthcare professionals involved in medication administration.
