If a sterile glove becomes contaminated, what is the best corrective action?

Regloving with an open-glove or assistive glove technique is considered the best corrective action when a sterile glove becomes contaminated. This technique allows the individual to put on a new sterile glove without compromising the sterility of the surgical field or the remaining attire. It is important to maintain a sterile environment during surgical procedures, and regloving ensures that the person can continue to participate safely without introducing pathogens.

Changing the entire attire might not be necessary and could lead to unnecessary delays, which can affect the procedure and patient safety. Continuing without a glove poses a significant risk of infection and is against standard protocol. Moreover, while notifying the surgical team is crucial in some situations, it does not directly address the immediate issue of glove contamination, which the reglove technique effectively resolves.