Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of standard precautions in the health care setting?
A) Standard precautions apply to all body fluids,including sweat.
B) Airborne,droplet,and contact transmission-based precautions are included in the use of standard precautions.
C) Standard precautions are intended for use with all patients regardless of their risk or presumed infection status.
D) Standard precautions are to be used only when there is nonintact skin,excretions contain visible blood,or contact with mucous membranes is expected.
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