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Phlebotomy Technician

Category - OSHA & Infection Control

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The most effective way to break the chain of infection is:
  1. To wash hands frequently.
  2. To use bleach to disinfect skin and fomites.
  3. To avoid personal contact with ill patients.
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: A - The most effective way to break the chain of infection is frequent hand washing. When adequate friction is used to scrub the hands with the addition of a hospital-grade soap, most pathogenic organisms will be removed, therefore preventing the spread of infection. While hand sanitizers are effective in killing many pathogens, hand washing remains the most effective tool in preventing the spread of disease.
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