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Before an inguinal hernia repair, the surgeon asks that hair at the incision site be removed because it will interfere with the dressing. According to WHO recommendations for preventing surgical site infection, which method should be used?

• AElectric clippers, used only because removal is necessary
• BA disposable razor in the operating room just before the prep
• CA disposable razor the evening before surgery, followed by a shower
• DA wet shave with antiseptic soap to soften the hair