Infection controlQuestion 213 of 1700
How long should the entire handwashing procedure last?
- 10 to 15 seconds
- 20 seconds exactly
- 40 to 60 seconds
- 2 to 3 minutes
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Correct answer: 40 to 60 seconds
The whole procedure includes wetting, scrubbing, rinsing, and drying.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.4: Precautions Used to Prevent the Spread of Infection
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026