A client infected with hepatitis C becomes confused, pulls out his IV catheter, and bleeds profusely on the bed rail and floor. Select the instructions by the nurse to the housekeeper that would best prevent the spread of the infection.
A)Clean the area with 70% alcohol.
B)Mop the floor with a strong ammonia solution.
C)Let the blood dry before cleaning to limit the spread of the infection.
D)Wipe all contaminated surfaces with a 5% chlorine bleach solution.

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Wiping all contaminated surfaces with a 5% chlorine bleach solution is the best choice as it is an effective disinfectant against hepatitis C and will kill the virus on contact. Cleaning the area with 70% alcohol may not be effective against hepatitis C, mopping the floor with a strong ammonia solution is not a disinfectant, and letting the blood dry before cleaning would increase the risk of spreading the infection.

A Client Infected with Hepatitis C Becomes Confused, Pulls Out