According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) protocol, which statement about hand hygiene is TRUE?
a. When hands are visibly dirty, wash them with water and antimicrobial soap only.
b. An antiseptic hand rub with antimicrobial soap destroys any resident hand flora.
c. If hands are visibly soiled, an alcohol-based hand rub may be used.
d. Use of plain soap is preferred for all types of hand hygiene.
A
When hands are visibly dirty, wash them with water and antimicrobial, plain soap only. If hands are not visibly soiled, an alcohol-based hand rub may be used.
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