PTCB Exam PTCE Topic 5 Question 91 Discussion

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Question #: 91
Topic #: 5

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), use of an alcohol-based hand sanitizer is indicated for healthcare personnel who:

Aare about to touch a contaminated surface.

Bhave just performed an aseptic task.

Care about to remove their gloves.

Dhave just touched a patient.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Elvera at Jul 03, 2024, 02:50 PM

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Reta

1 months ago

Option C? More like 'option see ya later, germs!' Haha, gotta love that hand sanitizer.

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Rodolfo

8 days ago

C) are about to remove their gloves.

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Brett

9 days ago

B) have just performed an aseptic task.

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India

29 days ago

A) are about to touch a contaminated surface.

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Patti

2 months ago

I'm torn between B and D, but I think B is the safest bet. Gotta stay on top of that aseptic technique!

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Sharan

6 days ago

User 3: Definitely, hand hygiene is key to preventing the spread of infections.

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Pok

8 days ago

User 2: I agree, maintaining aseptic technique is crucial in healthcare settings.

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Ozell

17 days ago

User 1: I think B is the correct answer. It's important to use hand sanitizer after performing aseptic tasks.

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Emerson

2 months ago

I agree with Reuben, I also think the answer is B. It's crucial to maintain proper hygiene in healthcare settings.

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Bonita

2 months ago

I'm going to go with Option D. Touching a patient directly warrants the use of hand sanitizer to ensure proper hygiene.

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Louvenia

25 days ago

Yes, using hand sanitizer after touching a patient is crucial to prevent the spread of germs and maintain a clean environment.

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Louvenia

1 months ago

I agree, Option D is the correct choice. It's important to maintain good hand hygiene when directly touching patients.

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Reuben

2 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is B. After performing an aseptic task, it's important to use hand sanitizer to prevent the spread of germs.

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Dorcas

2 months ago

I agree with Kirby. Using hand sanitizer after an aseptic task is crucial to maintain a sterile environment and protect patients.

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Kirby

2 months ago

Option B seems the most appropriate, as healthcare personnel should use alcohol-based hand sanitizer after performing an aseptic task to prevent the spread of infection.

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Jacob

24 days ago

Proper hand hygiene is essential in preventing the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

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Adelle

1 months ago

It's important for healthcare personnel to follow CDC guidelines for hand hygiene.

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Dwight

2 months ago

Using hand sanitizer after an aseptic task is crucial for infection control.

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Micah

2 months ago

I agree, option B is the correct choice.

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Justine

2 months ago

I think the answer is A, because you should sanitize your hands before touching a contaminated surface.

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Kallie

2 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be A) are about to touch a contaminated surface, as a precautionary measure to protect yourself and others.

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Sarah

2 months ago

I agree with Oretha, because after performing a task that requires aseptic technique, it's important to sanitize your hands to prevent the spread of germs.

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Oretha

3 months ago

I think the answer is B) have just performed an aseptic task.

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