Allergic Reactions to Latex Gloves Are ____

question 71

Multiple Choice

Allergic reactions to latex gloves are ____.

• A) minor and never cause serious reactions
• B) generally caused by the latex protein that mixes with the powder
• C) very rare among healthcare professionals
• D) only temporary, until the patient develops a tolerance to the latex
• E) avoidable by undergoing desensitization

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