Basic Principles of Infection Control in the Home Care Setting

question 46

Multiple Choice

Basic principles of infection control in the home care setting include which of the following?
1) Avoid visits by friends with respiratory infections.
2) Have caregivers follow proper handwashing techniques.
3) Incinerate all disposable equipment and supplies.

• A)1 and 2 only
• B)2 and 3 only
• C)1 and 3 only
• D)1, 2, and 3

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Definitions:

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