Objectives:
List considerations for medical glove selection
Describe factors that affect the physical characteristics of
medical gloves
Discuss complications associated with medical gloves
Recognize the impact of medical gloves on the environment
The appropriate selection of medical gloves has never been more
important as inappropriate selection can have a profound negative
impact on patients, healthcare personnel, the environment and
healthcare facilities. This educational program will address
considerations for medical glove selection including their physical
characteristics and associated complications as well as their
environmental impact.
