Correct answer (%)

Knowledge item

50

While doing surgical handwashing elbows should be above level of hands

63.2

Use of gloves is an effective substitute for handwashing

66.7

Alcohol-based hand rinse should not be used prior to patient contact

75.4

Washed hands should be left wet to stay clean

89.5

If you have an accidental exposure, immediately wash exposed skin with soap and water or flush exposed mucous membranes with water and then report incident to you instructor

91.2

In a hospital, routine handwashing is the responsibility of doctors and nurses only

93.9

Administrative personnel of the floor should wash their hands routinely

95.6

I should not wash my hands before handling or preparing food

96.5

Most important procedure for prevention of infection from germs and viruses is effective handwashing

97.4

You must wash your hands after removing your gloves