Austin Area AORN Chapter Meeting & Education

In 2023, an expert group was established to develop clear guidance on surgical gloving practice from the existing 
literature. Their goal was to formulate recommendations to improve the safety, protection, and experience of healthcare 
providers and their patients. The expert panel members were assigned to one of four focus areas: Glove Fit, Double 
Gloving, Indicator Systems, and Glove Damage and Change Protocol; with each group conducting a systematic review 
of the evidence.  
The 2025 Edition of the AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice emphasizes the importance of providing a climate 
of safety with evidence-based practices. Surgical gloves play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of both patients and 
practitioners. Efforts continue to establish standardized best gloving practices, supported by evidenced-based 
recommendations. These standardized guidelines aim to enhance clinical outcomes, improve safety, and support hand 
health and career longevity.  
This program will provide the attendee with an overview of how these two bodies of practice align with current 
recommendations for practice guidelines on surgical gloving.