Latex Examination Chlorinated Powder Free Gloves Small

Latex Examination Chlorinated Powder Free Gloves Small

Powder-free latex examination gloves — chlorinated for residue-free hands, size Small.

Single-use medical examination gloves made from natural rubber latex. 'Chlorinated' means the gloves have been treated with chlorine to remove residual proteins and powder, reducing skin irritation and powder-related complications. Powder-free gloves are now the medical standard (US FDA banned powdered surgical gloves in 2017). Small size fits hands ~16-18 cm circumference.

Benefits:
- Medical examinations and procedures
- Wound care at home
- Caregiver hygiene (changing dressings, helping with personal care)
- Cleaning, food preparation, dishwashing (general hand protection)
- Dental and laboratory work

How to Use:
Wash and dry hands first. Don the gloves before procedure. Don't reuse single-use gloves. After use, peel off (one glove at a time, inside-out, then dispose). Wash hands after removal. Replace immediately if torn or punctured.

Precautions:
- LATEX ALLERGY — common (~1% population). If allergic, use NITRILE gloves instead
- If skin develops rash/itching after wearing, possible allergy — switch material
- Don't reuse single-use gloves — rinses don't fully sterilise
- Don't put on a damp hand — gloves tear easily
- Latex degrades over years — discard after 3-5 year shelf life

Q&A:
Q: Latex vs nitrile vs vinyl gloves?
A: LATEX (this) — best fit/sensitivity, but allergy risk. NITRILE — synthetic, no allergy issue, similar feel; preferred in healthcare. VINYL — cheapest, less elastic, suitable for short tasks (food prep). For sensitive users, choose nitrile.

Q: Why chlorinated?
A: Chlorination removes residual latex proteins and powder. Reduces skin irritation, prevents the 'glove powder' that contaminates surfaces and causes respiratory issues in healthcare settings.

Q: Sterile vs non-sterile gloves?
A: Examination gloves (this) are CLEAN but not STERILE — fine for routine wound care, exams, food prep. STERILE gloves are needed for surgery, central line care, sterile procedures. Look for 'sterile' label if you need that level.