Which practice must be used to prepare a scalpel for a surgery in which the scalpel will cut through skin and other body tissue?
a: asepsis
b: cleaning
c: disinfection
d: sterilization

D. Sterilization

Explanation:

This is the process that involves elimination, killing, removal and deactivation of every form of microorganism such bacteria,fungi, viruses and others.

answer: b. complete secondary assessment (detailed physical exam).

after you finished the primary assessment, you must proceed with the assessment by performing a complete detailed physical examination.

this secondary assessment includes a focused on patient’s history, vital signs and a specific and rapid examination of the entire body especially on the injuries acquired from the motor vehicle accident and the patient’s medical complaint.