When is hand hygiene with an alcohol-based rub appropriate as opposed to using handwashing?

A) When hands are not visibly soiled
B) Before eating and after using the restroom
C) When hands have been in contact with blood or body fluids
D) When hands have been in contact with blood or body fluids, but there is no visible soiling


A

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