A Client Infected with Hepatitis C Becomes Confused, Pulls Out

Multiple Choice

A client infected with hepatitis C becomes confused, pulls out his IV catheter, and bleeds profusely on the bed rail and floor. Select the instructions by the nurse to the housekeeper that would best prevent the spread of the infection.

A) Clean the area with 70% alcohol.
B) Mop the floor with a strong ammonia solution.
C) Let the blood dry before cleaning to limit the spread of the infection.
D) Wipe all contaminated surfaces with a 5% chlorine bleach solution.