Healthcare Professionals Should Employ Strategies to Reduce Their Risk of Allergic

Healthcare professionals should employ strategies to reduce their risk of allergic reaction to latex in the perioperative environment.Select a best practice for minimizing the risk of latex allergy development in nonallergic patients,and the risk of reaction in sensitive or allergic patients.

A) Use powder-free gloves that have low levels of protein and chemical allergens.
B) Use sterile oil-based hand creams before donning gloves if latex gloves must be worn.
C) Use nonlatex gloves for activities not likely to involve contact with infectious materials.
D) Wear an OR hat without an elastic band and do not wear rubber tennis shoes.