Wearing gloves is important when you anticipate contact with blood or body fluids to protect yourself and others.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply gloves:

1. Perform hand hygiene by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
2. Take one glove and slide your non-dominant hand into it, ensuring that your fingers are fully inserted.
3. With the gloved hand, grasp the cuff of the second glove and carefully slide your opposite hand into it. Avoid touching the exterior of the gloves with bare skin.
4. Interlace your fingers and adjust the gloves to ensure a snug fit without restricting movement or causing discomfort.
5. Inspect both gloves for any tears, holes, or other signs of damage. If any defects are detected, replace the gloves with a new pair.
6. Remember, gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene. It’s important to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after removing the gloves to further reduce the risk of contamination.

By following these steps, you can effectively apply gloves and minimize the potential transmission of infections.