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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.

Shake them vigorously

With a paper towel

On your trousers

With a fabric towel

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

Before writing a letter

Before going to bed

Before touching a client

Before handling food

After touching a client

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

Only drink purified water

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

Cover cuts and grazes on their hands with a waterproof dressing

Avoid sharing personal items

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