Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 221 of 484
Which item is the BEST example of a multi-use, non-porous, disinfectable tool?
a.Stainless steel cuticle nipper
b.Cotton ball
c.Wax applicator stick
d.Buffer block with foam core
Explanation
A stainless steel cuticle nipper is hard, non-porous, and can be fully immersed and disinfected. The other three are porous single-use items.
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