Applying sterile gloves

Sterile gloves are a type of single-use glove that are free from germs and microorganisms. Healthcare providers apply sterile gloves to protect themself and prevent the spreading of infections while performing medical procedures, such as wound dressing. When applying sterile gloves, one must follow all the steps like washing hands appropriately and drying them up. Sterile gloves are put on by holding the glove by the cuff, and using the other hand to snap the fingers of the glove into place one at a time.

To take them off, you pinch the outside cuff of one hand without touching the wrist, and pull it off. Using the still-gloved hand, scrunch up the removed glove and envelop it in the gloved hand. Using the ungloved hand, reach under the cuff of the still-gloved hand, and pull the glove off. Discard the gloves appropriately, and wash your hands.