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leilurhhh

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For optimal disinfection using formaldehyde, the nurse knows that:
 
  a. objects must be exposed to the solution for a very short time.
  b. objects must be exposed to the solution for a prolonged period of time.
  c. tissue must be prepared in advance.
  d. clients report burning when the skin comes in contact with the solution.

Question 2

When instruments are to be disinfected, the nurse must perform what action before immersing them in disinfectant?
 
  a. Sterilize them.
  b. Wash with soap using friction, rinse, and dry them.
  c. Wash them in soapy water, then immerse them.
  d. Nothing needs to be done other than immersing them.



ladyjames123

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: For effectiveness, formaldehyde needs prolonged contact with objects.
B Correct: For effectiveness formaldehyde needs prolonged exposure to the object.
C Incorrect: Formaldehyde is a used to disinfect inanimate objects.
D Incorrect: This statement is true, but it does not answer the question.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is an inappropriate nursing action before disinfecting instruments.
B Correct: The instruments must be thoroughly washed with soap using friction, rinsed, and dried.
C Incorrect: This is not the correct action.
D Incorrect: This is not correct.



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