Hand Washing
The most effective way to prevent infection.
What is performing proper hand hygiene.
It is important to do this to your teeth twice a day.
What is brush your teeth?
Even if you take a bath or shower and wear deodorant, you will still have body odor if you _____ ______ ______.
What is wear dirty clothes.
How does sleeping affect your immune system.
What is keeps it strong and helps fight/prevent infection.
Handwashing is the second-most effective method of preventing the spread of disease and/or infection.
What is FALSE.
What are the areas of the body where germs can enter?
Eyes, nose and mouth
Toothpaste containing this ingredient helps prevent tooth decay.
What is fluoride?
How many times a week should you shower?
at least every other day
What are two illnesses that can be spread by sneezing?
The flu and colds
You should cut your cuticles when trimming your nails.
What is False.
After cutting the cuticle, it's easier for bacteria and germs to get inside. That might lead to possible infection.
What should you do if there is no soap available?
Use hand sanitizer
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Every three to four months or sooner if bristles are frayed.
Your skin is the first line of defense and it helps protect you from...
What is germs.
Who can you ask if you need help having good hygiene?
I can ask my caregiver, CNA or my nurse.
Germs can stay on objects like call buttons, bed rails, faucets, door handles.
What is True.
What song should you sing while washing your hands?
Happy Birthday or ABCs
What is how often I should visit dentist?
Every 6 months
____ and _____ are always growing and need to be trimmed regularly.
What are fingernails and toenails.
What is the best way to sneeze?
Into your elbow covering your nose and mouth
You should you wash your hands for 10 seconds
What is False. You should wash your hands for 20 seconds.
What are four examples of when you should wash your hands?
After going to the bathroom, before eating, after touching an animal, after playing Bingo, after coughing or sneezing
After brushing, ____ ___ ____. This gets between teeth and above the gum lin where brushing can't reach.
What is floss your teeth.
How can medications affect your skin?
What is thins your skin and makes it more fragile.
Why do you have to keep nails clean and trimmed?
To prevent hangnails and infection of the nail bed.
How should you use hand sanitizer?
All over your hands, in between your fingers and under your nails