Germs
Where are germs found?
Everywhere on everything
What does PROPER hand washing do?
Gets rid of germs
What two things do you need to wash your hands properly?
Soap, warm water, and clean paper towels
What are two illnesses that can be spread by sneezing?
Flu, Colds, Covid, Strep
True or false: it is okay to skip washing your hands if you only went pee
False
True or false: germs can stay on objects like desks, pencils, and doorknobs for long periods of time
True
What should you do with your hands after you wash them?
Dry them with a clean paper towel or towel.
Do not shake your hands when they are still wet -- this can actually spread germs!
What song should you sing while washing your hands?
Happy Birthday or ABCs
Proper hand washing takes at least 20 seconds to help rid hands of germs. Singing one of these songs as you wash your hands can help you time yourself.
What types of germs can cause illnesses?
Bacteria and Viruses
True or false: you should wash vegetables and fruits before eating them
True
What is the best way to cough or sneeze to prevent germs from spreading?
Turn away and sneeze/cough into your elbow
What should you do if there is no soap available?
Use hand sanitizer
Pete's hands are visibly dirty. Can he use hand sanitizer to clean his hands?
No.
When hands are visibly dirty, they must be washed with soap and water to be considered clean.
What is the best way to prevent illnesses from spreading?
Hand washing
How should you use hand sanitizer?
Rub a small amount over your hands, in between your fingers and under your nails until dry.
What are the areas of the body where germs can enter?
Eyes, nose, and mouth
What are four examples of when you should wash your hands?
After going to the bathroom, before eating, before cooking, after touching an animal, after touching money, after coughing or sneezing, when hands are visibly soiled/dirty
What are two of the three most common places that are often forgotten about during hand washing?
Between the fingers, under the nails, and wrist area
What helps protect someone against viruses?
Vaccines
Why does proper hand hygiene help you stay healthy?
Reduces/Stops the spreading of germs.
What are the four ways that germs can spread?
Touching a contaminated surface, direct contact, blood contact, and airborne
____ in every 5 people the United States do not wash their hands.
1 in 5
What are three of the most common things people regularly touch that harbor a lot of germs?
Door knobs and handles, money, toilet handles
Julia works at McDonald's making food. She doesn't wash her hands after she uses the restroom and then goes back to work making food. Why is this dangerous to people eating food she prepared?
It can spread germs and make people very sick.
Improper hand washing can lead to bacterial infections such as E.coli or viral infections such as hepatitis.
True or False: using a lot of antibacterial products is a good thing
False.
Using a lot of antibacterial products on your hands can actually destroy good bacteria on your skin.