Research Indicates That Chlorhexidine Topical (Hibiclens), Triseptin, Gluconate Products (Triseptin

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that chlorhexidine topical (Hibiclens) , Triseptin, gluconate products (Triseptin or Hibiclens) , and povidone-iodine (Betadine) are safe and effective antiseptics. Research also shows that the use of an alcohol-based hand rub is not as effective as an extensive surgical scrub done before sterile gloves are applied to limit bacterial contamination of the hands during a surgical procedure.

A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
D) The first statement is false; the second is true.