Which of the following is the most important to prevent the spread of infection?
a. Wearing a buttoned, clean cotton laboratory coat at all times in the laboratory
b. Using antiseptic cleaner to wash the countertops after completion of work
c. Double gloving when performing procedures that have a high likelihood of blood splashing
d. Washing hands vigorously with germicidal soap and water when visible contamination exists, after removing gloves, and before leaving the laboratory
ANS: D
Washing hands using the proper technique best prevents the spread of infection. Other practices listed are also important to follow to contain contamination from (potentially) infectious specimens.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The first step in composing a letter is to:
A) compose a rough draft B) select the type of font and size C) determine what information needs to be included D) select the style for the letter