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A nurse discovers a significant blood spill on the floor in a patient's room. What is the appropriate initial action?

A Cover the spill with absorbent towels and leave it for housekeeping.
B Immediately clean the spill with a damp cloth and warm water.
C Don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and use a hospital-approved disinfectant.
D Call a rapid response team to assess the situation.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Blood spills are biohazards requiring specific precautions. Donning PPE (gloves, gown) and using an EPA-approved disinfectant for bloodborne pathogens is crucial to prevent contamination and infection spread.

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