Infection controlQuestion 234 of 1700
When should you perform hand hygiene in relation to glove removal?
- Before the gloves are removed, and not after
- Only if the gloves tore during the task
- Immediately after removing the gloves
- At the end of your shift, after all tasks
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Correct answer: Immediately after removing the gloves
Hands can pick up germs through tiny tears or while you remove the gloves. Clean them right away.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026