What is ChloraPrep’s formula?
2% Chlorhexidine gluconate and 70% isopropyl alcohol
What is the most effective way to apply Chloraprep?
back and forth application
Why is concentric circles not the best way to apply antiseptic?
You only touch the site of incision in the beginning when starting in the middle
friction from back and forth motion may clean more dermal layers
Back and forth method was ____x more efficient than a spiral swipe?
10
CHlora Prep reduced bacteria load by ___% when compared to the swab?
78
3 steps for using chloraprep
Pinch. apply, dry
Where can Chloraprep not be used?
eyes, ears, mouth, vaginal area