Types of Medical Gloves and Their Uses

1. SPECS FOR LATEX, VINYL AND NITRILE GLOVES TYPESOFMEDICAL GLOVES ANDTHEIR USES A FACILITY’S GUIDE TO SELECTING THE SAFEST ONE

2. About Chemically resistant laboratory gloves come in a variety of materials such as natural rubber or latex, butyl rubber, polychloroprene, nitrile, polyethylene, PVC, etc. Sometimes in combination and in differing glove thickness and glove style. Each material protects well against certain chemicals but poorly against others. The choice of material and its thickness depends on its resistance to permeation taking into account the factors listed above commonly, manufacturers′ literature and performance tables have to be consulted to find this information.

3. Types of Medical Gloves Powder Free Latex Gloves Flexible Great fit Sensitivity to touch Moderate protection Can cause allergies and skin irritation Vinyl Gloves High quality yet cost-effective Made from PVC Moderate protection Soft and comfortable Latex-free Not as durable Sensitive to the touch Nitrile Gloves Protein-free Latex-free Allergy-free Chemical and puncture-resistant Higher level of protection and durability

4. Disposable Latex Gloves Disposable natural rubber latex gloves offer excellent elasticity and fit. They have good tear strength and chemical resistance. They have been linked to sensitivity/allergy problems, which can largely be alleviated by choosing a powder-free version. Disposable Nitrile Gloves Disposable nitrile rubber gloves have excellent chemical resistance and puncture strength. Although traditionally less elastic than latex recent developments have resulted in nitrile gloves that offer elasticity and a fit almost as good as the latex product. Disposable Nitrile Gloves Although disposable vinyl gloves offer poor elasticity and tear strength they are the most inexpensive option of glove for short-term use.

5. Uses Latex gloves were once the preferred choice of hand protection for many medical professionals. Latex gloves often have a powder coating on the surface to make them easier to put on and take off in a hurry. However, the powder is known to cause skin irritation, especially after prolonged use. It may also cause issues for those with respiratory issues once it’s accidentally inhaled. Fortunately, with all the advancements made, disposable glove manufacturers have found ways to create gloves that are still easy to put on and take off without having powder on the surface of the glove known as powder free gloves. How to Put Gloves They absolute key when dealing with gloves and putting them on, is cleanliness. Always keep cleanliness in the back of your mind, and you will ensure your gloves are being used optimally. You should put on your gloves in a clean area with clean hands. You should not be contaminating your gloves by placing them on a dirty surface. You should also never put on your nitrile or latex gloves if you have not just washed your hands. Any contaminates left on your hands, will transfer to and through the glove.