Which of the following is an infection control practice used to prevent the transmission of pathogens?
a. aseptic technique c. sterile technique
b. surgical asepsis d. medical asepsis
A
Aseptic technique is the infection-control practice used to prevent the transmission of pathogens. The use of aseptic technique decreases the risk and spread of hospital-acquired infections.
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