True about hand hygeine -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Alcohol based preparation are used o Povidone iodine is the best skin disinfectant o Povidone iodine (Betadine) is less irritant and cause less staining.o Aqueous and alcohol-based povidone iodine preparations are widely used in skin disinfection including preoperative preparation of the skin.o Commonly used skin disinfectants for hand washing are-# Povidone iodine (Betadine) - Best# Chlorhexidine# Isopropyl alcohol
Betadine can cause irritation
Alcohol based preparation are used
Hot water is best
Gluteraldehyde is used
Sterilization and Disinfection