Title: Demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques.
Course: Home Health Aide (14053) > Section: Understanding Safety

Demonstration should include

- elements of effective hand washing according to CDC standards
- use of hand sanitizers (i.e., hand hygiene).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the essential features of proper hand washing?
- Why are there standards for hand washing?
- What are some ways to ensure that hand washing has been thorough?
- How often should hand sanitizers be used between hand washings?
- What is the difference between clean and dirty?
- How would you explain the chain of infection?