Proper Handwashing

Dry your hands well with a clean towel.

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Wash your hands before and after meals

• True

• False

Wet your hands. Apply soap and rub hands gently.

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Wash your hands after using the toilet.

• Yes

• No

Make sure to rub between your fingers also. This is called interlacing. Rub your fingernails too.

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Hand sanitizer is acceptable to use in place of handwashing.

• True

• False

What is the first step when washing your hands?

• rinse hands

• put soap on them

• wet hands

• scrub hands

What should you do before you wash your hands?

• set a timer

• check for soap and towel

• put sanitizer on your hands

How long should you scrub your hands to insure they are clean?

• one minute

• two minutes

• 20-30 seconds

You don't need to wash your hand after you sneeze or blow your nose.

• True

• False