Before You Begin handwash

What should you do before starting a procedure to reduce the risk of bacterial accumulation?

• Keep jewelry on

• Remove jewelry

• Trim nails

• Use antimicrobial soap

Which equipment is necessary to gather before starting a procedure?

• Antiseptic scrub only

• Sterile towel only

• Nail pick only

• Antiseptic scrub, sterile towel, and a nail pick

What is the purpose of using a nail pick before a procedure?

• To apply nail polish

• To remove bacteria

• To trim nails

• To wear gloves

Why is it important to wash hands and arms before a procedure?

• To remove jewelry

• To reduce the risk of bacterial accumulation

• To wear gloves

• To apply nail polish

Which of the following is a necessary step before beginning a procedure?

• Wearing multiple accessories

• Using antimicrobial soap

• Trimming nails

• Removing jewelry

Which of the following helps in reducing the risk of bacterial accumulation?

• Keeping nails long

• Using antimicrobial soap

• Trimming nails

• Wearing multiple accessories

What should be done with nails before starting a procedure?

• Keep them long

• Trim them

• Apply nail polish

• Wear gloves

Which of the following can harbor bacteria?

• Clean cuticles

• Rings

• Short nails

• Antiseptic scrub

What should be used to clean hands and arms before a procedure?

• Antimicrobial soap

• Non-antimicrobial soap

• Water only

• Hand sanitizer

What should be used to wash hands and arms before a procedure?

• Antimicrobial soap

• Water only

• Non-antimicrobial soap

• Hand sanitizer