For which range of time must a nurse wash her hands before working in the operating room?

A) 1 to 2 minutes
B) 2 to 4 minutes
C) 2 to 6 minutes
D) 6 to 10 minutes

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For which range of time must a nurse wash her hands before working in the operating room?A)  1 to 2 minutesB)  2 to 4 minutesC)  2 to 6 minutesD)  6 to 10 minutes

calee chambers · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nurses must wash their hands for at least 2 to 6 minutes before working in the operating room. This is the recommended range of time to effectively remove any potential bacteria or germs from the hands. Option A (1 to 2 minutes) is too short, while options B (2 to 4 minutes) and D (6 to 10 minutes) exceed the recommended range.

For which range of time must a nurse wash her hands before working in the operating room?

A) 1 to 2 minutes
B) 2 to 4 minutes
C) 2 to 6 minutes
D) 6 to 10 minutes

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