Hands Off

Handwashing Quiz from simecohealth.

For the correct answers find the video.

1. How many germs are there on a hand at any given time?
a) 5,000
b) 50,000
c) 500
d) 50

2. The majority of cold germs are spread through:
a) sneezing and coughing
b) kissing
c) sharing utensils
d) hand-to-hand contact

3. A working adult touches how many objects in one minute?
a) one object
b) seven objects
c) 30 objects
d) 15 objects

4. The most contaminated sites in offices are:
a) desk tops
b) telephone
c) computer mouse and keyboard
d) all of the above

5) What is the single most effective way to prevent the transmission of disease?
a) antibiotics
b) handwashing
c) condoms
d) all of the above

Adapted from Disease Transmission and Control in the Home Setting, presented by Dr. Charles Gerba, University of Arizona.