Which of These Statements Is True Regarding the Use of Standard

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements is true regarding the use of standard precautions in the health care setting?

• A) Standard precautions apply to all body fluids, including sweat.
• B) Use alcohol-based hand rub if hands are visibly dirty.
• C) Standard precautions are intended for use with all patients regardless of their risk or presumed infection status.
• D) Standard precautions are to be used only when there is nonintact skin, excretions containing visible blood, or expected contact with mucous membranes.

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