After assessing a client, the nurse cleans the stethoscope. What cleaning agent chosen by the nurse is most appropriate?

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70% to 90% isopropyl or ethyl alcohol is appropriate for low-level disinfecting needs such as cleaning stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and table tops. Diluted bleach is considered an intermediate level disinfectant and used for client rooms (including isolation rooms) and visible blood spills. Cidex is a high-level disinfectant used for equipment that comes into contact with mucous membranes, for example, an endoscope.

After Assessing a Client, the Nurse Cleans the Stethoscope