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ity, we don't do any-
thing differently for
patients with latex
allergies because our
processes are stan-
dardized to keep
latex away from
patients. But since
there's always a
chance latex may
come in contact
with a patient, not-
ing this on our
schedule and during
handoff communica-
tion ensures our
staff won't ignore
the possibility in the
event of a reaction.
Continue to educate
your staff on latex
safety. In-service
staff annually about
latex safety, even if
you consider your
facility to be latex-
safe.
Ride the momentum
By working to eliminate products with latex to the best of your ability,
L A T E X A L L E R G I E S
1. Rubber stoppers from medication vials
2. Stethoscope tubing
3. Blood pressure cuffs
4. Tourniquets
5. Pads on crutches
6. Elastic bandages
7. Adhesive tapes
8. Urinary catheters
HIDDEN DANGERS
10 Surprising Products
That Could Contain Latex
Pamela
Bevelhymer,
RN,
BSN
DID YOU KNOW? Some tourniquets contain latex.
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