When providing prehospital care to a patient with a soft-tissue injury, which of the following is true?

A) Gloves are needed only if she has an open soft-tissue injury.
B) Hands must be washed even if gloves were worn during care.
C) Sterile gloves are essential to prevent infection to the patient.
D) Double gloving is necessary to protect from bloodborne diseases.

B

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