Author Question: The nurse should consider all of the following in selecting an antiseptic or disinfectant for use, ... (Read 12 times)

lunatika · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The nurse should consider all of the following in selecting an antiseptic or disinfectant for use, except:

a. client history of sensitivity to a particular product.
b. nature of the organism to be destroyed.
c. storage requirements of the agent.
d. health care provider's previous experience with the product.

Question 2

The optimal strength of ethanol for instrument disinfection and storage is:

a. 50. c. 95.
b. 70. d. 10.

Edwyer · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is an important consideration.
B Incorrect: This is an important consideration.
C Incorrect: This is an important consideration.
D Correct: This factor should be considered least, if at all, when selecting an antiseptic or disinfectant.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Fifty percent concentration of ethanol appears to be a more effective germicide (than 70), when long contact can be maintained.
B Incorrect: This is most appropriate for rapid skin disinfection.
C Incorrect: This is not an appropriate concentration.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate concentration.