Asked by Alfonso Espinoza on Jul 04, 2024
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To assure effectiveness,when should the nurse stop rubbing antiseptic hand solution over all surfaces of the hands?
A) When fingers feel sticky
B) After 5 to 10 seconds
C) When leaving the client's room
D) Once fingers and hands feel dry
Antiseptic Hand Solution
A disinfecting liquid used to reduce or eliminate germs on the skin, often containing alcohol or other antibacterial agents.
- Demonstrate knowledge of proper hygiene and infection control practices.
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Travis PowellJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Rubbing the antiseptic hand solution over all surfaces of the hands should continue until the hands feel dry to ensure maximum effectiveness. Once the hands are dry, the solution has had enough time to work and there is no need to continue rubbing.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of proper hygiene and infection control practices.
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