Any area that is highly colonized with microorganisms, such as a colostomy area, is prepped ________

A. from dirty area to clean area
B. according to the surgeon's preference
C. with fresh sponges after the surrounding area is prepped
D. according to the manufacturer's instructions on the prep solution


ANS: C

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