Infection controlQuestion 1143 of 1700
What is surgical asepsis?
- Cutting down germs without removing all of them
- Cleaning hands with soap and water
- Wearing a mask during any procedure
- Having no germs at all in an invasive procedure
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Correct answer: Having no germs at all in an invasive procedure
Medical asepsis only cuts down germs. Surgical asepsis removes them all.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.4: Precautions Used to Prevent the Spread of Infection
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026