An instrument that will come into contact with only the skin of a patient should be disinfected with a(n)
A) high- level germicide.
B) intermediate- level germicide.
C) low- level germicide.
D) degerming agent only.
E) germistatic agent only.

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Instruments that contact only the skin should be disinfected with a low-level germicide, as they are sufficient for non-critical surfaces that do not penetrate the skin or mucous membranes.

An Instrument That Will Come into Contact with Only the Skin