Question

Which of the following statements about Igor Semmelweis is true? (Points : 4)

       Semmelweis’ methods of infection control were widely accepted by his peers throughout Europe.
       Semmelweis hypothesized that the cause of puerperal fever was Streptococcus
bacteria.
       Semmelweis’ research laid the foundation for the field of biochemistry.
       Semmelweis required his medical students to wash their hands in chlorinated lime water between patients.
       Semmelweis noted that women who gave birth at home were much more likely to die of puerperal fever than those who gave birth in a hospital.

Answer 1

The answer is

Semmelweis required his medical students to wash their hands in chlorinated lime water between patients.