Using Standard Precautions when administering medications means that:
Select one:
A. Gloving and handwashing are to be used with infected individuals only.
B. Proper handwashing must be used with all individuals because you do not know who might have an infection.
C. Gloves must always be worn while administering medications to individuals.
D. Handwashing is ineffective in taking all infected bodily fluids off your hands, so gloves must always be worn.
Answer (2)
Standard Precautions require thorough handwashing for all patients as their infection status is unknown. The correct answer is B: Proper handwashing must be used with all individuals because you do not know who might have an infection. This approach helps prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
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Standard Precautions require proper handwashing and the appropriate use of gloves when administering medications. It is important to wash hands with all patients since their infection status is unknown. Therefore, the correct answer emphasizes the necessity of hand hygiene for everyone, not just those who appear infected. ;
