During which procedure is closed gloving the technique of choice?

Closed gloving is indeed the technique of choice for the initial donning of sterile gloves for a scrubbed team member because it minimizes the risk of contamination. This method involves pulling the gloves over the gown while keeping the hands inside the gown's sleeves, which helps maintain sterility. It allows the scrubbed team member to handle the outside of the gloves without exposing their skin or the sterile field, thus ensuring that the procedural environment remains uncontaminated.

In contrast, other situations may call for different techniques. Changing gloves during a procedure typically employs an open gloving technique, as the individual may need to touch the environment or non-sterile surfaces before donning a new pair. For cleaning and disinfecting equipment, the focus is on proper cleaning protocols rather than glove donning techniques. Non-scrubbed personnel usually do not need to use closed gloving because they are not typically handling sterile instruments or materials directly in a surgical setting.