The nurse is caring for a patient in the hospital. When she enters the room the patient asks if she has washed her hands. The nurse states, “I was using hand rub as I was entering the room.” What process was used for this type of hand hygiene?
A. The hands were washed with soap and water.
B. Antiseptic hand rub was applied to all surfaces of the hands.
C. Antiseptic hand rub was applied to the palms of the hands.
D. Surgical hand rub was performed.