The value and limitations of protective gloves in medical health service: part II.
The value of protective gloves in the health care environment is well known. However, these gloves are not perfect. Some are permeable to microorganisms and various chemicals, and/or result in side effects for health care professionals. Gloves that offer the greatest protection and least side effects are highly desirable. Protection against microorganisms and protection against chemicals used in health care are described in Part II of this three-part series.
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D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000517:prevention & control; D004202:Disinfectants / Q000009:adverse effects; D017575:Gloves, Protective / Q000592:standards; D006229:Hand Dermatoses / Q000517:prevention & control; D006235:Hand Disinfection; D006282:Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D016273:Occupational Exposure
D000970:Antineoplastic Agents; D004202:Disinfectants