Sterile Gloving (Closed Technique)

Surgery · OT · 10–20 min

Donning sterile gloves with hands still inside gown cuffs (closed) or with bare hands (open).

Indications

  • After sterile scrub/gown

Equipment

  • Sterile gloves

Positioning

  • As appropriate for the procedure and patient comfort.

Consent

  • Explain indication, benefits, alternatives
  • Explain risks & complications
  • Obtain written/verbal consent as per SOP
  • Document consent

Universal precautions

  • Hand hygiene
  • PPE — gloves, mask, eye protection
  • Aseptic technique
  • Sharps safety
  • Verify patient identity & site

Step-by-step (0/4)

Tap to complete

1. Closed technique

Grasp glove cuff through gown sleeve; work hand through.

2. Second glove

3. Adjust

4. Check integrity

Immediate complications

  • Contamination
  • Glove tear

Delayed complications

  • Latex allergy

Initial management

  • Re-glove

Post-procedure observation

  • Vitals q15min × 1h then hourly

Monitoring

  • Site inspection
  • Symptom review

Documentation

  • Procedure note
  • Consent
  • Findings

Patient instructions

  • Report pain, bleeding, fever, worsening symptoms

Educational bedside guide. Perform only under supervision until competent. Follow local SOPs and consent policy.

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