What Is the Best Method to Prevent the Spread of Infection

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the best method to prevent the spread of infection to others when the nurse is changing the dressing over a wound infected with Staphylococcus aureus?

• A)Change the dressing using sterile gloves.
• B)Apply antibiotic ointment over the wound.
• C)Wash hands and properly dispose of soiled dressings.
• D)Soak the dressing in sterile normal saline before removal.

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