Flash Cards - Hand Washing
Social
Physically removing socially
acquired microorganisms using a
general purpose soap.
Clinical/Hygienic
To destroy microorganisms to avoid
direct cross infection, using
antibacterial hand cleanser and
should take at least 30 seconds.
Surgical
To significantly reduce
microorganisms before invasive
surgical procedure, using surgical
grade hand wash, should take a
minimum of 2 minutes.
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