The nurse wore gloves during a dressing change. What should the nurse do after the gloves are removed?
A) Wash hands thoroughly
B) Check the gloves for leaks
C) Rinse gloves in disinfectant solution
D) Apply new gloves before touching the next patient

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When gloves are worn, the hands are washed thoroughly after removing the gloves because both latex and vinyl gloves fail to provide complete protection. Gloves should be disposed of after use. Hands should be thoroughly washed before new gloves are applied.

The Nurse Wore Gloves During a Dressing Change