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Know how to reduce the spread of infection

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Reducing the spread of involves developing good hygiene habits. Infection can spread by contact or through the air and so it is important to or sneeze into a tissue that can be thrown away. Regular , especially before and after using toilets, handling food or dealing with injuries is also essential.

What is the best way to dry your hands? Select the correct answer.

With a fabric towel

Shake them vigorously

With a paper towel

On your trousers

When should you wash your hands thoroughly? Select the three correct answers.

Before going to bed

After touching a client

Before writing a letter

Before handling food

Before touching a client

To minimise the risk of spreading infection, practitioners should...Select the two correct answers.

Cover cuts and grazes on their hands with a waterproof dressing

Put on disposable gloves at the beginning of a shift and only take them off at the end of the shift

Avoid sharing personal items

Only drink purified water

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