Which statement best describes the proper glove removal technique described?

• A. Remove by pulling from the outside of the glove
• B. Peel gloves inside-out by the cuff only after touching skin
• C. Remove without touching skin; invert glove
• D. Slide fingers under the glove and peel off slowly

Answer: (C)

Preventing self-contamination during glove removal relies on not letting the skin contact the contaminated glove surfaces and turning the gloves inside-out as you remove them. The correct approach describes removing without touching skin and inverting the glove, which means peel the glove away from your hand so the outside becomes the inside, trapping contaminants inside and leaving the outer surface clean for discard. This technique is then repeated with the other glove, ensuring both are removed without bare skin exposure and with contaminants contained. After removal, wash hands or use hand sanitizer to complete the process. Other methods either involve touching skin with contaminated surfaces or fail to envelop the exterior contaminants inside the glove bundle, increasing the risk of transfer.