The nurse using protective nonsterile gloves in the provision of patient care will wash his or her hands after removal of the gloves in order to:

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Washing the hands immediately after removing barrier gloves decreases the likelihood that organisms will gain access to the skin through small holes or imperfections in the gloves and reduces the transfer of microorganisms to the environment and other persons.

The Nurse Using Protective Nonsterile Gloves in the Provision of Patient