Which action is described as disinfection practice in the material?

• A. Disinfect after each patient
• B. Disinfect weekly
• C. Disinfect only if contaminated
• D. Never disinfect

Answer: (A)

Disinfection between patients is a standard infection-control practice that helps prevent cross-contamination. By cleaning surfaces that patients and staff touch—such as exam tables, counters, and reusable instruments—and then applying a disinfectant after each patient, you remove or kill any pathogens left behind. This creates a ready, safe environment for the next patient and reduces the chance of transmitting infections.

Disinfecting only weekly misses the times when surfaces can become contaminated, allowing pathogens to linger. Disinfecting only if you think something is contaminated relies on guesswork and delays protection. Never disinfect leaves the environment unsafe and increases infection risk. In practice, you clean first to remove dirt, apply an appropriate disinfectant with the correct contact time, and let surfaces air-dry before the next patient.