Infection controlQuestion 1138 of 1700
Alcohol-based hand rub works better than soap against infections from which organisms?
- C. difficile and norovirus
- Bacillus anthracis alone
- MRSA and VRE
- Measles and mumps
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Correct answer: MRSA and VRE
Hand rub is stronger against MRSA and VRE. Soap and water is needed for norovirus and C. difficile.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.4: Precautions Used to Prevent the Spread of Infection
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026