Which of the following statements is true about the use of antiseptics and disinfectants?
Antiseptics and disinfectants should be used interchangeably.
Antiseptics and disinfectants should be used only when necessary and according to product instructions.
Antiseptics and disinfectants are ineffective against most types of microorganisms.
All of the above.
It is important to use antiseptics and disinfectants properly to ensure their efficacy and to prevent the development of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. Antiseptics and disinfectants should be used only when necessary and according to product instructions.
Incorrect options
1) Antiseptics and disinfectants should be used interchangeably: This statement is incorrect. Antiseptics are used to kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms on living tissue or skin, while disinfectants are used to kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms on inanimate objects or surfaces. They are not interchangeable.
3) Antiseptics and disinfectants are ineffective against most types of microorganisms: This statement is incorrect. Antiseptics and disinfectants can be effective against a wide range of microorganisms, depending on the type of product and the specific microorganism in question.