Alcohol-based solutions for hand hygiene can be used to combat which types of organisms? Select all that apply
a. Viruses
b. Bacterial spores
c. Yeasts
d. Molds
A, C, D
If there is potential for contact with bacterial spores, hands must be washed with soap and water; alcohol-based solutions are ineffective against bacterial spores.
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