Hand Washing Techniques and Importance

Hand Washing Techniques and Importance

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Health, Science

3rd - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on effective hand washing, emphasizing the importance of each step to ensure cleanliness. It begins with wetting hands and applying soap, followed by various rubbing techniques to cover all hand surfaces, including palms, backs, fingers, and thumbs. The tutorial concludes with rinsing and drying hands properly, using a towel to turn off the tap if necessary, ensuring hands are clean and safe.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long should the entire hand washing process take?

1 minute

30 seconds

2 minutes

5 minutes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after wetting your hands with water?

Dry them immediately

Apply soap to cover all surfaces

Rub them with a towel

Turn off the tap

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technique involves rubbing the palms together?

Rotational rubbing

Back of fingers to opposing palms

Palm-to-palm

Interlaced fingers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How should you clean the tips of your fingers?

Rinse them under water

Rub rotationally in the opposite palm

Use a brush

Rub them on a towel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended way to turn off the tap if it is not elbow operated?

Leave it running

Use your clean hand

Use a towel

Use your elbow

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to dry your hands thoroughly after washing?

To prevent slipping

To avoid water spots

To ensure they are completely clean

To prevent recontamination