Which is a semicritical item that requires disinfection?

A) Nail file
B) Safety pin
C) Emesis basin
D) Laryngoscope

Semicritical items are objects that come in contact with mucus membranes or nonintact skin and present a risk.These objects must be free of all microorganisms.Semicritical items must be high-level disinfected (HLD)or sterilized.Some of these items include respiratory and anesthesia equipment,endoscopes,endotracheal tubes,gastrointestinal endoscopes,and diaphragm fitting rings.After rinsing,items must be dried and stored in a manner to protect from damage and contamination.Noncritical items are objects that come in contact with intact skin but not mucus membranes and must be clean.Noncritical items must be disinfected.Some of these items include bedpans,blood pressure cuffs,bedrails,linens,and stethoscopes,nail files,safety pins,and emesis basins.