It is generally not advisable to use a bactericidal and bacteriostatic agent at the same time because:
a. the cost is prohibitive.
b. both agents work in the same manner.
c. the bacteriostatic agent may interfere with the action of the bactericidal agent.
d. they will cause an allergic response in the client.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not a true statement.
B Incorrect: Bacteriostatic and bactericidal do not have the same action.
C Correct: Bacteriostatic agents may interfere with the action of the bactericidal agents.
D Incorrect: This is not necessarily true.
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