Multiple Choice
A woman who is 38 weeks pregnant is admitted for a scheduled cesarean section. The RN performs an assessment of the patient and prepares her for the surgery. Prior to the procedure, an indwelling urinary catheter is placed.
-The RN cleanses the urethral opening with an iodine swab.Which of the following terms most appropriately describes this method of microbial control?
A) Disinfection
B) Antisepsis
C) Decontamination
D) Sterilization
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