When should medical assistants who work in private physicians' offices wear nonsterile gloves?

a. At all times
b. When there may be contact with body fluids or broken skin
c. Only when working with patients who have infections
d. When assisting physicians with minor surgeries


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FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. It is not necessary to wear gloves at all times.
b. Correct. Gloves must be worn when coming into contact with body fluids or broken skin.
c. Incorrect. Try again.
d. Incorrect. Sterile gloves are required for surgical procedures.

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