Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 239 of 484
Why must implements be cleaned with soap and water BEFORE they are placed in disinfectant?
a.Disinfectant cannot penetrate dirt, oil, or hair
b.Pre-cleaning is not actually required
c.Soap improves the smell of the solution
d.Pre-cleaning replaces the need for disinfection
Explanation
Disinfectant cannot work through organic soil. Tools must be pre-cleaned of debris and oils so the disinfectant can directly contact the surface for the full contact time.
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