How should the nurse handle soiled linens?

• A. Rinse linens and reuse if not visibly soiled
• B. Place the soiled linens in a pillow case and deposit them in the dirty linen hamper
• C. Place linens in regular trash bag for disposal
• D. Wipe linens with disinfectant and reuse

Answer: (B)

Handling soiled linens focuses on containing contaminants to prevent spread. The correct approach is to place the soiled linens in a pillowcase and deposit them in the dirty linen hamper. A pillowcase helps keep moisture and any pathogens contained during transport to the laundry, reducing exposure to staff and the environment. Linens should be handled with gloves and laundered through appropriate procedures rather than being reused, disposed of in regular trash, or disinfected and reused.