Quiz

1. Gloves provide a barrier against potentially infectious microorganisms that can be found in blood, other body fluids, and waste.: True | False
2. It is safer to process and reuse gloves than to use disposable gloves.: True | False
3. A separate pair of gloves must be used for each client.: True | False
4. Sterile gloves should be worn for surgical procedures.: True | False
5. Housekeeping staff should wear utility gloves when cleaning operating theaters and procedure rooms.: True | False
6. Single-use examination gloves are not acceptable for use during pelvic examination.: True | False

7. These gloves should be worn for handling contaminated instruments and other items, handling waste and linens, performing housekeeping activities, and cleaning contaminated surfaces:

Surgical gloves
Examination gloves
Utility gloves
No gloves needed

8. These gloves should be worn for all procedures where there will be contact with tissues under the skin or contact with the bloodstream:

Surgical gloves
Examination gloves
Utility gloves
No gloves needed

9. These should be worn for procedures where there will be contact with intact mucous membranes or where the primary purpose of wearing gloves is to reduce the risk of the service provider being exposed to blood or other body fluids:

Surgical gloves
Examination gloves
Utility gloves
No gloves needed

10. Double gloving...

...may increase sensitivity and blood circulation.
...is a recommended practice for every health care facility.
...may be beneficial when there is an increased likelihood of glove tearing or puncture.
...may cause infection in an immunocompromised client.

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