What should you do to avoid nosocomial and cross-i...

What should you do to avoid nosocomial and cross-infection with sonographic probes?

A: Probe cleaning should always precede high-level disinfection.

B: Covering a probe with a condom is a sufficient barrier to infection for intracavitary probes.

C: Disinfection using a germicide compatible with the transducer is indicated when the probe is in contact with mucous membranes.

D: Alcohol soak of each probe should occur between patients.

E: A and C

✔ Correct Answer:

E: A and C

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