Infection Control · single question
Which item is described as 'cheapest to acquire but most expensive to maintain' in infection control?
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Correct answer: B. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
PPE (gloves, masks, gowns) has a low per-unit cost but requires replacement for every patient, accumulating substantial ongoing costs.
- A. ❌ An autoclave has high acquisition cost but low per-cycle costs.
- B. ✅ CORRECT – PPE (gloves, masks) is inexpensive per item but costly overall due to single-use replacement.
- C. ❌ Ultrasonic cleaner has moderate costs.
- D. ❌ HVAC filtration has high initial and maintenance costs.
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