Question

items from the patients room? double bag all linens and trash to prevent contamination. soiled linens should be placed on the floor of the patients room to await collection by housekeeping. place soiled linens in a leak - proof bag and place outside the patients room for collection. bag contaminated items to prevent the spread of microorganisms.

Explanation:

Soiled linens should not be placed on the floor as it can lead to cross - contamination. Double - bagging all linens and trash, placing soiled linens in a leak - proof bag outside the room, and bagging contaminated items are all proper infection control measures to prevent the spread of microorganisms.

Answer:

The incorrect statement is "Soiled linens should be placed on the floor of the patient's room to await collection by housekeeping." The correct practices are: Double bag all linens and trash to prevent contamination; Place soiled linens in a leak - proof bag and place outside the patient's room for collection; Bag contaminated items to prevent the spread of microorganisms.