Which of the following statements about iodophores is incorrect?
ASurfactants
BRelease iodine
CInorganic compounds
DDisinfectant
In a surgical post-op ward, a patient developed wound infection. Subsequently 3 other patients developed similar infections in the ward. What is the most effective way of preventing the spread of infection?
AFumigation of the ward
BWash OT instruments with 1% perchlorate
CProper hand washing of all ward personnel
DGive IV antibiotics to all patients in the ward
A patient with a non-obstructing carcinoma of the sigmoid colon is being prepared for elective resection. To minimize the risk of postoperative infectious complications, what should be included in your planning?
APostoperative administration for 5 to 7 days of parenteral antibiotics effective against aerobes and anaerobes
BA single preoperative parenteral dose of antibiotic effective against aerobes and anaerobes may provide initial coverage.
CPostoperative administration for 2 to 4 days of parenteral antibiotics effective against aerobes and anaerobes
DAvoidance of oral antibiotics to prevent emergence of Clostridioides difficile
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