A nurse is caring for a patient with Clostridioides difficile. Which cleaning agent should be used to disinfect surfaces in the room?
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Correct answer: Bleach-based disinfectant
C. difficile spores are resistant to alcohol-based cleaners; bleach-based disinfectants are necessary to kill spores effectively.
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