How to Don Sterile Gloves

Introduction

• Presenter: Sarah from RegisteredNurseAriene.com
• Purpose: Demonstrating the proper technique for donning sterile gloves

Steps to Don Sterile Gloves

1. Hand Hygiene

• Wash Your Hands: Begin by thoroughly washing your hands to ensure sterility.

2. Selecting Gloves

• Choose the Right Size: Select a pair of gloves that fit well, as they come in various sizes.

3. Preparing to Don Gloves

• Opening the Gloves:
  • Identify the small flaps on the glove package.
  • Use these flaps to open the package carefully, ensuring not to contaminate the gloves.
• Maintain the Sterile Field:
  • Keep in mind the 2-inch boundary around the sterile field.
  • Do not touch inside the 2-inch mark to avoid contamination.

4. Gloving the Dominant Hand

• Right Glove for Right-Handed Person:
  • Use the non-dominant hand (left hand) to grab the cuff of the right glove.
  • Slide the right hand into the glove while slightly tucking the thumb for ease.
  • Roll the cuff down the arm carefully without touching the outer part of the glove.

5. Gloving the Non-Dominant Hand

• Left Glove:
  • Use the right hand (now gloved) to slide fingers under the cuff of the left glove.
  • Slide the left hand into the glove, tucking the left thumb slightly.
  • Roll the glove over the hand and down the arm without touching the skin.

Final Check

• Sterility Confirmation: Once both gloves are donned, ensure they remain sterile by avoiding contact with non-sterile surfaces.
• Ready for Procedure: After donning both gloves, you’re prepared to perform the intended procedure.

Conclusion

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Note: This process is crucial for preventing contamination during medical procedures.