What is the proper action to take if blood is splashed on a countertop during a procedure on a patient?
a. Clean the spill with an antiseptic as soon as possible.
b. Wipe it up with a paper towel.
c. Clean the spill as soon as possible with a disinfectant.
d. Scrub the area well after the patient leaves.
c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Antiseptics are only bacteriostatic and do not destroy bacteria or viruses.
b. Incorrect. This would not destroy bacteria or viruses.
c. Correct. Clean any splashed blood with a disinfectant.
d. Incorrect. This would not destroy bacteria or viruses.
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