The long spine board on which you transported a patient directly contacted the patient's unbroken skin. How would you clean the board?
A) Wash it with soap and water.
B) Discard it.
C) Sterilize it with an EPA-approved solution.
D) Disinfect it with a solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts of water.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Disinfecting the long spine board with a solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water is the best option. This will effectively kill any bacteria or viruses that may be present on the board, especially since it directly contacted the patient's skin.

The Long Spine Board on Which You Transported a Patient