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Latex allergy has become an epidemic among workers who have frequent exposure to latex gloves. I.Occupations and populations at risk for latex allergy A.Healthcare workers 1.Nurses and nursing assistants B.Patients 1.History of multiple surgeries C.Other workers with frequent exposure to latex gloves 1.Beauticians II.Reasons for increased prevalence of latex allergy A.Universal Precautions instituted in 1987 1.Increased glove use B.Latex considered barrier of choice against blood borne diseases III.Products that contain latex A.Medical IV.Types of reactions associated with latex allergy A.Contact dermatitis 1.Cause B.Type IV hypersensitivity 1.Cause C.Type I hypersensitivity 1.Cause V.Methods used to diagnose latex allergy A.History and physical VI.Treatment for latex allergy A.Allergy shots contraindicated VII.Preventing latex allergy A.Recognize symptoms VIII.Legislation A.Government agencies
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