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What type of surface disinfectant destroys all microorganisms, but may not destroy high numbers of bacterial spores?
What type of surface disinfectant destroys all microorganisms, but may not destroy high numbers of bacterial spores?
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved disinfectant
- Low level disinfectant
- High level disinfectant (correct)
- Intermediate level disinfectant
Which of the following types of disinfectants is registered by the EPA as 'tuberculocidal'?
Which of the following types of disinfectants is registered by the EPA as 'tuberculocidal'?
- Iodophors (correct)
- Quaternary ammonium compounds
- Chlorine-based disinfectants
- Synthetic phenolics
What type of surface is cleaned with soap and water?
What type of surface is cleaned with soap and water?
- Environmental surface
- Housekeeping surface (correct)
- Clinical contact surface
- Surgical surface
Which of the following is a characteristic of clinical contact surfaces?
Which of the following is a characteristic of clinical contact surfaces?
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What type of gloves offer more protection than medical examination gloves when chemicals are being used?
What type of gloves offer more protection than medical examination gloves when chemicals are being used?
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What is the purpose of changing barriers between patients?
What is the purpose of changing barriers between patients?
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