According to standard precautions for contact transmission,what protocol is used for items that are removed from the patient's room?
A) Items must be disinfected or placed in a bag labeled "biohazard."
B) No items should be removed from the room until the patient has been discharged.
C) The carrier should take care only to perform appropriate hand washing before removing items.
D) The handler must wear a gown and gloves when removing items, but the items need no preparation.

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Patient care items (e.g.,thermometer,stethoscope,blood pressure cuff)should remain in the room.But if any item has to be removed,it must be disinfected or placed in a bag labeled "biohazard."

According to Standard Precautions for Contact Transmission,what Protocol Is Used