The order in which cleansing solutions are applied to the patient's arm before and after the collection of a blood culture is:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct order of cleansing solutions for blood culture collection is alcohol, iodine, and alcohol. The first alcohol swab is used to clean the site and remove any debris, while the second alcohol swab is used to remove the iodine and prevent contamination from the iodine. Soap is not typically used for blood culture collection as it can leave residue that may interfere with the growth of bacteria in the culture.

The Order in Which Cleansing Solutions Are Applied to the Patient's