Glove
Glove
A glove (/ɡlʌv/) is a garment covering the whole hand. Gloves are made by different materials, including cloth, knitted or felted wool, leather, rubber, latex, neoprene, and metal (as in mail). Gloves of various types have been documented in many cultures from the earliest times.
Etymology
The word glove comes from the Old English word 'glof', which means a covering for the hand.
Types of Gloves
There are many types of gloves used in the medical field, each designed for specific uses. Some of these include:
- Examination glove: These are typically made of latex or nitrile and are used for routine patient care.
- Surgical glove: These are sterile gloves used to perform surgical procedures.
- Chemotherapy glove: These are gloves specifically designed to protect healthcare workers from exposure to chemotherapy drugs.
Related Terms
- Hand hygiene: This is a general term for cleaning one's hands to prevent the spread of disease.
- Personal protective equipment: This refers to protective clothing, helmets, goggles, or other garments or equipment designed to protect the wearer's body from injury or infection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glove
- Wikipedia's article - Glove
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