One recommendation to prevent latex allergy is to:
a. wear latex gloves frequently to reduce sensitivity.
b. use oil-based creams or lotions before donning gloves.
c. wash hands with mild soap after removing gloves and then dry thoroughly.
d. use well-powdered gloves with increased protein content.
C
The recommendations are to use nonlatex gloves for situations not likely to involve infectious materials, not to use oil-based creams or lotions, wash hands with mild soap and dry thoroughly after removing gloves, or use powder-free latex gloves with reduced protein content.
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