09-18-2006, 12:28 PM
which of the following represents the MOST effective method for disinfecting the skin prior to obtaining a blood specimen for culture
1.70% ethanol
2.glutaraldehyde
3.2% tincture of iodine
4.quartenary ammonium compounds such as Zephiran
1.70% ethanol
2.glutaraldehyde
3.2% tincture of iodine
4.quartenary ammonium compounds such as Zephiran