A CDCES is teaching about insulin pump therapy. Which site preparation step is MOST effective in preventing catheter-related skin infections?
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A
Applying a topical antibiotic ointment to the insertion site before cannula placement
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B
Cleansing the site with an antiseptic and allowing it to fully air dry before insertion
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C
Shaving hair from the insertion site using a disposable razor immediately before insertion
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D
Applying tegaderm dressing over the site 24 hours before planned insertion