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1. What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in healthcare settings?
A) To prevent personal contamination B) To improve personal grooming C) To prevent the spread of infections D) To save on cleaning costs
2. When should gloves be worn in a healthcare setting?
A) For all patient interactions B) Only when handling food C) When there is a potential for contact with blood or body fluids D) Gloves are optional and can be worn at any time
3. Which of the following is a common hand care issue related to frequent handwashing?
A) Nail growth B) Skin dermatitis C) Improved skin texture D) Cold hands
4. How effective are alcohol-based hand rubs against bacteria and viruses?
A) Not effective B) Moderately effective C) Highly effective D) Only effective on viruses
5. According to the WHO's '5 Moments for Hand Hygiene', when should hand hygiene be performed?
A) Before touching a patient B) Before clean/aseptic procedures C) After risk of body fluid exposure D) All of the above
6. What is the minimum recommended alcohol concentration in handrubs for them to be effective?
A) At least 30% B) At least 50% C) At least 60% D) At least 70%
7. What should be done if a healthcare worker has visibly soiled hands?
A) Use an alcohol-based hand rub B) Wipe hands on a sterile towel C) Wash hands with soap and water D) Use a hand lotion
8. Which of the following is NOT a reason for hand care issues among healthcare workers?
A) Frequent handwashing B) Use of low-quality handrub C) Infrequent use of moisturizers D) Wearing gloves continuously
9. How long should the handwashing process last to ensure effectiveness?
A) At least 10 seconds B) At least 20 seconds C) At least 30 seconds D) At least 40 seconds
10. When using an alcohol-based hand rub, what is the correct method for drying hands?
A) Use a paper towel B) Use a warm air dryer C) Let them air dry D) Wipe them on a sterile cloth