Asked by Seymone Simmons on Jul 19, 2024

verifed

Verified

Which of the following is the most common antiseptic used to cleanse the skin before drawing blood?

A) Alcohol
B) Soap and water
C) Hibiclens
D) Hydrogen peroxide
E) 10% bleach

Antiseptic

A cleaning product used on human tissue as an anti-infection agent.

Drawing blood

The process of extracting blood from a vein, usually for diagnostic testing.

Hibiclens

An antiseptic and antimicrobial skin cleanser that is effective in killing bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

  • Understand the procedural preparations and considerations for accurate blood sample collection.
verifed

Verified Answer

CC
C'Anna CampbellJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Alcohol is the most common antiseptic used to cleanse the skin before drawing blood because it is effective at killing bacteria and other potential pathogens on the skin's surface, reducing the risk of infection.