Murielle Sassine

Why is hand hygiene important in the workplace? 

• a) It helps maintain a professional appearance.

• b) It prevents the spread of infections and illnesses.

• c) It reduces the need for personal protective equipment (PPE).

•    d) It saves money for the organization. 

•    b) It prevents the spread of infections and illnesses. 

What is the minimum recommended duration for effective handwashing? 

• a) 5 seconds

• b) 10 seconds

•    c) 15 seconds 

• d) 20 seconds

When should you use hand sanitizer instead of soap and water? 

• a) Always

• b) When hands are visibly dirty

• c) When soap and water are readily available

• d) When you have touched a contaminated surface

What should you do if you have a cut or open wound on your hand? 

•    a) Wash your hands more frequently. 

•    b) Apply hand sanitizer directly to the wound. 

• c) Cover the wound with a waterproof bandage before handwashing.

• d) Ignore it; it doesn't affect hand hygiene.

Which of the following is NOT a key area to focus on when scrubbing your hands? 

•    a) Fingertips 

• b) Palms

• c) Wrists 

• d) Elbows

True or False: Hand hygiene is only necessary before eating meals. 

• True

• False

What should you do if you see a coworker not practicing proper hand hygiene in the workplace? 

•    a) Confront them immediately

• b) Report it to your supervisor or manager.

•   c) Ignore it; it's not your responsibility.

• d) Educate them about hand hygiene at lunchtime.

How often should you wash your hands in a healthcare setting? 

• a) Once a day

• b) After using the restroom and before and after patient contact

• c) Once a week

• d) Before and after lunch breaks

True or False: Hand hygiene is necessary only for healthcare professionals and food handlers. 

• true

• false

Which of the following is an example of an appropriate hand-drying method? 

• a) Wiping hands on clothing

• b) Shaking hands vigorously to remove water

• c) Using a clean towel or air dryer

• d) All of the above