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Question 1:

When should healthcare providers perform hand hygiene?

A. Only before and after direct contact with bodily fluids B. Only after completing all patient care tasks C. Before and after every patient contact or care activity D. Only when visible dirt or contamination is present

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Hand hygiene should be performed before and after every patient contact or care activity, not limited to direct contact with bodily fluids.

Choice B:

Hand hygiene should be performed both before and after patient care tasks, not only after completing all tasks.

Choice C:

Hand hygiene should be performed before and after every patient contact or care activity to prevent the transmission of microorganisms.

Choice D:

Hand hygiene should be performed regardless of visible dirt or contamination, as microorganisms may be present even if not visible.

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Question 2:

What is the recommended duration for performing hand hygiene using an alcohol-based hand rub?

A. 5 seconds B. 15 seconds C. 30 seconds D. 60 seconds

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

5 seconds is insufficient for proper hand hygiene using an alcohol-based hand rub.

Choice B:

The recommended duration for using an alcohol-based hand rub is approximately 15 seconds, ensuring all surfaces of the hands are thoroughly covered and rubbed until dry.a

Choice C:

30 secondsare longer than necessary.

Choice D:

60 seconds are longer than necessary for using an alcohol-based hand rub and can lead to wastage of the product.

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Question 3:

Which of the following is true regarding hand hygiene with soap and water?

A. Soap and water can be used in place of hand rubs if not readily available. B. Hand hygiene with soap and water is less effective than using hand rubs. C. Hand hygiene with soap and water does not require friction or rubbing. D. Soap and water can be skipped if gloves were worn during patient care.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

If alcohol-based hand rubs are not readily available, hand hygiene with soap and water can be used as an effective alternative.

Choice B:

Hand hygiene with soap and water is equally effective as using hand rubs, as long as proper technique and sufficient duration are followed.

Choice C:

Hand hygiene with soap and water requires friction and rubbing to effectively remove microorganisms.

Choice D:

Hand hygiene with soap and water should be performed even if gloves were worn during patient care, as gloves may have microscopic defects or contamination.

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Question 4:

Which of the following is an appropriate method for drying hands after hand hygiene?

A. Using a paper towel for drying and turning off the faucet B. Shaking hands vigorously to remove excess moisture C. Wiping hands on a disposable gown or apron D. Using a shared hand towel with other healthcare providers

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Using a paper towel for drying hands and turning off the faucet is an appropriate method to maintain hand hygiene after the handwashing process.

Choice B:

Shaking hands vigorously can increase the risk of cross-contamination and should be avoided.

Choice C:

Wiping hands on a disposable gown or apron can lead to contamination of the gown and should not be done.

Choice D:

Using a shared hand towel with other healthcare providers can promote the spread of microorganisms and is not recommended.

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