Some people have allergic reactions when they use gloves, balloons, or other items that contain latex. People can develop an allergy to latex at work, especially if they wear latex gloves often. This course will teach you about latex allergy, including what it is, how to recognize it, and what to do about it. The goal of this course is to provide all staff with knowledge of latex allergies.
This activity is approved for 0.25 contact hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Latex Allergy
Lisa’s Story
Latex Allergy
Irritation
Delayed Allergic Reaction
Type I Allergic Reaction
Associated Food Allergies
Review
Summary
Section 3: Exposure to Latex
Latex Products and Substitutes
Methods of Exposure
Review
Summary
Section 4: Latex Safety
Workplace Reporting
Workplace Reactions
Glove Selection
Latex Allergy Prevention
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Susan Heinzerling earned a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as well as a Master of Life Sciences in physiology from North Carolina State University. She became a doctoral candidate in immunology at the University of South Alabama. Her research experiences in the biomedical sciences led to an interest in evidence-based practices. Ms. Heinzerling began her nursing career as a medical/surgical nurse. Renal patients in acute care with multiple chronic conditions and repeated hospitalizations inspired her practice of hospice nursing. She has worked as a hospice admissions nurse and a hospice RN case manager in both a large urban setting and a rural community. Disclosure: Susan Heinzerling, BSN, RN, CHPN has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
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