Title: (Optional) Demonstrate proper hand-washing technique.
Course: Mental Health Assisting Careers (14002-II) > Section: Planning and Administering Assistive Care

Demonstration should include

- elements of effective hand washing according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) standards
- use of hand sanitizers (hand hygiene).

For students taking the nurse aide credential at the end of the course, refer to: Commonwealth of Virginia Regulations Governing Certified Nurse Aides, Virginia Board of Nursing (https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Nursing/PractitionerResources/LawsRegulations/).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are major pathogens?
- What criteria do you use to ensure a clean, safe, environment?
- What are the major symptoms of infection?