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lindiwe

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse explains to the patient the first line of defense against infection is:
 
  A) frequent hand washing with soap and water.
  B) early intervention with antibiotics.
  C) staying home when sick.
  D) intact skin and mucous membranes.
  E) low levels of normal flora.

Question 2

Disinfectants are used
 
  A) To prepare instruments for surgery
  B) To sterilize surgical drapes
  C) To clean rooms between patients
  D) For preoperative bowel preparations


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Jossy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


lindiwe

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

softEldritch

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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