For Which of the Following Reasons Is Jewelry Removed from the Hands

Multiple Choice

For which of the following reasons is jewelry removed from the hands and wrists before a surgical scrub?

A) The jewelry might fall out into the sink drain.
B) The jewelry might tear the gloves.
C) The hand washing solution might tarnish the jewelry.
D) The jewelry can harbor microorganisms.
E) The jewelry could cause injury to the patient's tissue.