Concentrated alcohol-based antiseptic for skin preparation of the operative site leads to
Correct Answer: >95% reduction in bacterial count
Description: One application of a more concentrated alcohol-based antiseptic is adequate for skin preparation of the operative site.This leads to a >95% reduction in bacterial countCaution should be taken not to leave a pool of alcohol-based fluid on the skin which could ignite with diathermy and burn the patient.Ref: Bailey and Love 27e pg: 52
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