At the beginning in healthcare, I didn't know how important these gloves were. It was a while, but after getting deeper into the field, I saw those gloves are very important for ensuring our safety and cleanliness. Thus, today I will simply talk about some things I have learned about those gloves over the time.

Okay, why are those gloves so key?

How do I pick the right size for these things?

Can I reuse those gloves or throw 'em in the recycling bin?

Got anything else besides these standard gloves?

How do I keep clean if I'm wearing these gloves?

Okay, why are those gloves so key?

We use those Hand-Protection, pros in healthcare, mainly to stop anything Diseases from passing from one person to another. They kind of keep you and the person you're taking care of Apart-From, which cuts down the Odds of germs spreading.

The Centers-for-Disease-Control-and-Prevention says keeping your hands clean is a big deal, like one of the best ways to stop infections in the healthcare game. Me and my team have done a bunch of Experiments where we looked at how wearing Hand-Protection without cleaning up your hands made a difference, and guess what? Hand-Protection are the clear winner.

How do I pick the right size for these things?

Finding the right fit is huge for being Convenient and keeping safe. Let me tell you, there's nothing like trying to work with Hand-Protection that are either too Narrow or way too Wide—it's just no fun.

A too narrow glove is like trying to move your fingers in a straightjacket, and a too-loose one can rip open or let germs in. The best way to go? Just measure your hand and check the size chart they give you. I normally grab mediums, but if my hands are on the small side, I'll pick up a small one.

Can I reuse those gloves or throw 'em in the recycling bin?

People always ask me that. Some gloves are intended for single use, but others can be washed and worn again.

But you need to do it correctly, clean them and disinfect them according to the rules. I've used gloves that can be cleaned up and used repeatedly. Just gotta make sure they're still in good shape and not touched anything bad. Reusables are a better pick for the environment. I've seen hospitals save a lot of cash by doing that.

Got anything else besides these standard gloves?

Not everyone like the usual rubber gloves. Some healthcare workers choose nitrile gloves—these are similar to a synthetic rubber which are more suitable for handling chemicals and pricking.

I have used both types, and both offer protection. But keep in mind, nitrile gloves are pricier and may not suit everyone.

How do I keep clean if I'm wearing these gloves?

Just because you have gloves on doesn't mean you can forget to wash your hands. I've observed many healthcare professionals making this error.

You still need to thoroughly wash your hands before you put them on and after you remove them And remember, avoid touching your face or anything else while wearing those gloves or you may still fall ill. Together with my team, we developed a training program to teach healthcare workers the proper use of gloves and maintain hygiene, and it has been very effective.