Disinfection & SafetyQuestion 27 of 100
The main reason a barber wears single-use gloves during a shave that draws blood is to:
a.Improve grip on the razor only
b.Create a barrier against contact with blood and bloodborne pathogens
c.Keep the hands warm
d.Make the service faster
Explanation
Gloves form a protective barrier that prevents the barber's skin from contacting the client's blood. They are removed and discarded after the incident, and hands are washed, following universal precautions.
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