Which of the following products should a nurse avoid when caring for a child with a latex allergy?
1. Oil-based hand creams
2. Vinyl gloves
3. Polyethylene products
4. Powder-free gloves
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Rationale:
1. Using oil-based hand creams and lotions before putting on latex gloves can break down the latex.
2. Vinyl gloves are an alternative for latex.
3. Polyethylene products can substitute for latex products.
4. Power can have high amounts of latex. Powder-free gloves are recommended.
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