Which statement accurately describes the action of antiseptics?
A. They are used to kill organisms on nonliving objects.
B. They are used to kill organisms on living tissue.
C. They are used to sterilize equipment.
D. They are used to inhibit the growth of organisms on living tissue.
Ans: D. They are used to inhibit the growth of organisms on living tissue.
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In a spirit of inquiry, she looks up the latest guidelines for providing skin care and includes them in the plan of care. The nurse provides skin care according to the procedural guidelines and begins regular monitoring to evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions. The nurse has demonstrated: a. Full-spectrum nursing b. Critical thinking c. Nursing Process d. Nursing knowledge
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