Antiseptics that may be safely used to cleanse the skin include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Chlorhexidine gluconate
b. Formaldehyde
c. Chlorine compounds
d. Benzalkonium chloride
e. Phenolic compounds of 5% or more
ANS: A, D
Chlorhexidine gluconate and benzalkonium chloride may be used for hand washing.
Formaldehyde and chlorine compounds are too harsh to be used on the skin.
Phenolic compounds are rarely used for antiseptic purposes.
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