Which of the following agents is recommended by the American Respiratory Care Foundation for disinfection of respiratory home care equipment?

a. Activated glutaraldehyde
b. 70% ethyl alcohol solution
c. Sodium hypochlorite solution
d. Quaternary ammonium compound


ANS: A
High-level disinfection with glutaraldehyde is initially recommended.

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