Healthcare Professionals Should Employ Strategies to Reduce Their Risk of Allergic

Multiple Choice

Healthcare professionals should employ strategies to reduce their risk of allergic reaction to latex in the perioperative environment.Which of the following represents a best practice for minimizing the risk of latex allergy development?

A) Use powder-free gloves that have low levels of protein and chemical allergens.
B) Use sterile oil-based hand creams before donning gloves if latex gloves must be worn.
C) Sprinkle hands with cornstarch to create a barrier between skin and gloves before donning latex gloves.
D) Use hypoallergenic gloves.