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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the STERLING* Nitrile Exam Glove remove the risk of patient/staff Type I allergic reactions to latex proteins?

What makes this nitrile glove perform just as good or better then latex exam gloves?

Are there any differences in the packaging of this glove compared to others in the market?

How can the STERLING* Nitrile Exam Glove reduce costs throughout the healthcare facility?


	*How does the STERLING Nitrile Exam Glove remove the risk of patient/staff Type I allergic reactions to latex proteins?**

	The STERLING* Nitrile Exam Glove is made from a latex-free formulation removing the risk of Type I allergic reactions to latex proteins.

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	What makes this nitrile glove perform just as good or better then latex exam gloves?

	Kimberly-Clark researchers developed a new way to utilize synthetic nitrile polymers with an innovative proprietary compounding process. This process provides two key characteristics users want. 1. First, the new process increases the tensile strength of nitrile—the force required to break through the glove—to a very high degree. 2. Second, Kimberly-Clark was able to reduce the glove thickness, which means that less force is required to stretch the material. The result is a latex-free exam glove that combines the dexterity and sensitivity of natural rubber latex with the strength and superior barrier protection qualities of nitrile.

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	Are there any differences in the packaging of this glove compared to others in the market?

	Yes. The glove comes packaged 1500 in a case (150 in a box) compared to almost every other exam glove in the market which contains 1000 in a case (100 in a box). The higher pack count reduces staff time in changing out empty glove boxes while also reducing packaging waste and storage space. The standard size of the glove box means it can fit within existing glove bracket holders.

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	*How can the STERLING Nitrile Exam Glove reduce costs throughout the healthcare facility?**

	The STERLING* Nitrile Exam Glove can reduce healthcare facility costs in 5 ways: 1. Removes costs associated with stocking large number of different manufacturer’s product codes. 2. Reduces inventory storage costs because of the larger quantity pack size which will result in buying and storing fewer cases. 3. Reduces the time (and therefore the cost) of changing out glove dispensers. 4. Reduces costs of treating latex exam glove-associated reactions among employees due to the latex-free formulation. 5. Reduces potential costs of treating patient complications stemming from latex exam glove-associated reactions due to the latex-free formulation.

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