A nurse may use a topical antiseptic or germicide for which of the following reasons? Select all that apply
A) To reduce the number of bacteria on skin surfaces
B) As a surgical scrub
C) As a preoperative skin cleanser
D) For washing the hands before and after caring for clients
E) On minor cuts and abrasions to prevent infection
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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A nurse may use a topical antiseptic or germicide for the following reasons: to reduce the number of bacteria on skin surfaces, as a surgical scrub, as a preoperative skin cleanser, for washing the hands before and after caring for clients, and on minor cuts and abrasions to prevent infection.
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