Question

72 multiple choice 1 point which of the following is the most appropriate hand hygiene method before performing a sterile procedure? surgical hand antisepsis using an antimicrobial soap quick rinse with water only alcohol - based hand rub for 15 seconds regular handwashing with non - antimicrobial soap clear my selection

Explanation:

For a sterile procedure, surgical hand antisepsis using an antimicrobial soap is the most appropriate as it significantly reduces the microbial count on hands. A quick rinse with water only does not effectively remove microbes. Alcohol - based hand rub for 15 seconds is good for routine hand hygiene but not sufficient for a sterile procedure. Regular handwashing with non - antimicrobial soap also does not provide the level of microbial reduction needed for a sterile procedure.

Answer:

Surgical hand antisepsis using an antimicrobial soap