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In the context of infection control, what does 'medical asepsis' refer to?
Medical asepsis, or 'clean technique,' aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread, unlike surgical asepsis which aims for sterility.
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Question: In the context of infection control, what does 'medical asepsis' refer to?
Answer options: ✅ Practices that reduce the number and transfer of pathogens
- Techniques used to keep an area completely sterile
- The use of antibiotics to prevent infection
- Disinfection of all shared equipment
Correct answer: Practices that reduce the number and transfer of pathogens
Explanation: Medical asepsis, or 'clean technique,' aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread, unlike surgical asepsis which aims for sterility.
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