Test Your Knowledge

Answer the questions below:

1. Resident microorganisms
2. Transient microorganisms

2. Dr. Blankson always washes her hands before examining clients, but not at any other times. Who could be at risk of infection as a result?

1. Her children
2. Herself
3. Her coworkers
4. All of the above

The following is a list of some of Nurse Obare's daily activities. Indicate all of the times when he must wash his hands to help reduce the spread of infections:

3. Before leaving his home

Must wash hands | Not necessary

4. When arriving at the clinic

Must wash hands | Not necessary

5. Before drawing blood

Must wash hands | Not necessary

6. After conducting a clinical procedure

Must wash hands | Not necessary

7. Before touching used instruments

Must wash hands | Not necessary

8. After handling urine samples

Must wash hands | Not necessary

9. Before using the toilet

Must wash hands | Not necessary

10. After removing utility gloves

Must wash hands | Not necessary

11. Before leaving the clinic

Must wash hands | Not necessary