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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

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If you are an EMT and have an allergy to latex, what do you do when you have to don gloves?

Use latex gloves for protection despite your allergy.
Use vinyl or Nitrile gloves.
You will have to quit your job and find a new profession.
Take Benadryl before the beginning of your shift.

Explanation

Answer: B - If an EMT has an allergy to latex there are many alternatives available such as vinyl or Nitrile gloves. This is also important for patients with latex allergies. In addition to gloves, consider other supplies such as non-latex tourniquets for your patients with allergies to latex.

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