What gloves must be worn to prepare hazardous drugs?

Two pairs of chemo gloves
One pair of chemo gloves
The same type as for non-hazardous compounding
The technician can decide which type to wear

Two pairs of chemo gloves

Rationale: Two pairs of chemotherapy gloves must be worn to prepare hazardous drugs. These gloves are made of nitrile or neoprene. The use of two pairs of chemo gloves is recommended because studies have shown that hazardous drug contamination may occur through dermal absorption.

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