Hand Hygiene in Nursing
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What is the most basic and effective infection-control measure to prevent and control the transmission of infectious agents?

  • Hand washing (correct)
  • Wearing a face mask
  • Using hand sanitizer
  • Wearing gloves

When should an alcohol-based hand rub be used?

  • When hands are visibly dirty
  • After wearing gloves
  • When hands are not visibly soiled (correct)
  • Before handling medical equipment

What is the most important element of hand washing?

  • Type of soap used
  • Friction (correct)
  • Duration of washing
  • Water temperature

Where are soaps containing antimicrobial agents frequently used?

<p>Emergency departments and nurseries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does hand hygiene include?

<p>Hand washing, antiseptic hand wash, antiseptic hand rub, surgical hand antisepsis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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