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Importance of Hand Washing in Preventing Hospital Infections

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What is the residual activity of the routine hand washing soap on microbes?

Short period

What is the effect of alcohol-based hand rub on transient flora and resident flora?

Kills transient flora and decreases resident flora

What are the disadvantages of antiseptic hand washing using chlorhexidine and iodophors?

Needs water supply and drying material, time factor, skin irritation

What is the recommended time for antiseptic hand washing using chlorhexidine and iodophors?

Not less than 2 minutes Signup and view all the answers

When should alcohol-based hand rub not be used?

When hands are visibly soiled Signup and view all the answers

What is the residual activity of alcohol-based hand rub on microbes?

Short duration Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of routine hand washing soap?

Lacks residual activity on microbes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of alcohol is NOT suitable for hand hygiene?

Methyl alcohol Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of antiseptic hand washing using chlorhexidine and iodophors?

Extensive residual activity on microbes Signup and view all the answers

What effect does mechanical removal have on hand flora according to the text?

No effect on resident flora Signup and view all the answers