Question

which disinfectant is used to treat the eyes of newborns in order to prevent opthalmic and gonococci infection of eyes
a)1% silver nitrate solution
b) 0.5%silver nitrate solution
c)1% mercuric nitrate solution
d) 0.5%silver Chloride solution​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that ocular prophylaxis with 1% silver nitrate, 0.5% erythromycin ointment, or 1% tetracycline hydrochloride be given to all newborns, including those born by cesarean section, in the first hour after birth.