New York Tattoo License Practice Test

What type of gloves should be used when dealing with bleeding?

1. Reusable gloves

2. Single use gloves

3. Latex gloves

4. Any type of gloves

The correct answer is: Single use gloves

The focus when dealing with bleeding is to minimize the risk of infection and ensure proper hygiene. Single use gloves are designed for one-time use and are vital in situations where there may be exposure to blood. These gloves help in preventing cross-contamination and protect both the practitioner and the client. Using single use gloves ensures that once they are removed after the procedure, any potential pathogens or contaminants do not carry over from one client to another. In contrast, reusable gloves may retain germs and bloodborne pathogens even after cleaning, posing a risk during subsequent uses. Additionally, while latex gloves are often used, they don’t inherently provide the same level of safety when dealing with blood as single use gloves do. There are also alternatives to latex available for those with specific allergies, but the key factor remains that gloves should be designed specifically for single use to maintain the highest standards of safety and hygiene when dealing with any situation involving bleeding.