When providing care in a home, how will the nurse best implement infection control?

A) Cleanse the hands before and after giving direct patient care
B) Remove the patient's wound dressings from the home
C) Dispose of patient's syringes in the patient's garbage
D) Disinfect all work areas in the patient's home


Ans: A

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