Question

Which of the following explains why doctors practice antiseptic medicine?

A.) to prevent patients from passing their illness to the doctor
B.) to ensure that every patient receives enough antibiotics to kill all bacteria
C.) to ensure that every patient has enough good bacteria to kill harmful bacteria
D.) to prevent doctors from introducing microbes that could infect the patient

Answer 1

D.) to prevent doctors from introducing microbes that could infect the patient

Step-by-step explanation:

An antiseptic is a substance that stops or slows down the growth of microorganisms. They're frequently used in hospitals and other medical settings to reduce the risk of infection during surgery and other procedures.