The goal of surgical asepsis is to ____.
A. reduce the number of microorganisms in the office
B. clean all surfaces daily to promote cleanliness
C. educate patients about their role in healthcare
D. prevent microorganisms from spreading through the office
E. keep organisms from entering the body
E. keep organisms from entering the body
The goal of surgical asepsis is to keep organisms from entering the body.
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