[Expert Solution]: A nurse is providing client teaching to a…

A nurse is providing client teaching to a client newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following teaching statements is most important to decrease the risk of infection when performing blood glucose monitoring? Select one: 1. “Using alcohol pads is most important when cleansing the test site” 2. “Apply gloves prior to piercing the puncture site with the lancet” 3. ” A lancet device with an automatic blade retraction system should always be used” 4. “Always ensure to wash your hands with soap and water prior to testing”