For which newborn care procedure should a nurse remind an assistive personnel (AP) to wear clean gloves?

Wearing clean gloves is essential during the procedure of applying an identification bracelet to a newborn. This step is crucial to maintain a barrier against potential contaminants that could lead to infection, particularly as the skin of infants is delicate and vulnerable to external pathogens.

Identification bracelets are usually placed on the newborn shortly after birth to ensure correct identity and minimize the risk of mix-ups, thereby enhancing safety. While the application of these bracelets does not involve bodily fluids or invasive procedures, it’s still best practice to use clean gloves to prevent any transfer of bacteria from the healthcare provider's hands to the infant.

In the context of the other procedures, taking the newborn's temperature typically does not require gloves if there is no risk of exposure to bodily fluids. Bathing a newborn is generally done with careful protocols, including the use of gloves for thorough hygiene. Giving a vitamin K injection involves a more invasive procedure where gloves are necessary for both sterile technique and safety.