Hand-Hygiene and PPE

Multiple Choice

If a health care worker's hands are visibly soiled with blood or body fluids, which of the following must be performed?

• antiseptic handwashing

• regular handwashing

• antiseptic handrub (sanitizer)

• none of the above

Multiple Select

In order to help prevent the spread of pathogens, which of the following practices are true?

• Artificial nails are not permitted in healthcare settings.

• Fingernail length should be 1/4 inch or less

• Nail polish is allowed for healthcare workers.

• A cuticle stick or brush should be used during handwashing.

Multiple Select

When should gowns be worn? (select all that apply)

• When contact with body fluids is likely

• When handling chemical solutions

• Whenever you are at work

• When contact with blood is likely

Multiple Choice

When wearing PPE, the OUTSIDE of a gown is considered?

• Sterile

• Contaminated

• Dirty

• Clean

Multiple Choice

Gloves should be removed and changed anytime they may have been contaminated or damaged.

• True, if you don't remove them you can contaminate something else.

• False, gloves can be reused if they are rinsed off.