Which statement correctly characterizes Clean Needle Technique relative to sterile technique?

Which statement correctly characterizes Clean Needle Technique relative to sterile technique?

• A. CNT uses a fully sterile field for all procedures
• B. CNT and sterile technique are the same
• C. CNT requires sterilizing all equipment between patients
• D. CNT emphasizes clean technique with single-use needles and does not require a fully sterile field

Answer: (D)