Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
A nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse perform hand hygiene. Which of the following actions by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the procedure?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A because holding hands below elbows while rinsing off soap prevents contamination of clean hands by dirty water. This action ensures proper hand hygiene by maintaining a unidirectional flow of water from clean to dirty areas. Choice B using hot water is incorrect as it may cause skin irritation. Choice C turning off the faucet with hands can reintroduce contamination. Choice D washing hands for only 10 seconds is insufficient for effective hand hygiene.