CNA Practice Test
Infection controlQuestion 218 of 1700

When is alcohol-based hand rub the preferred method?

  1. When your hands are visibly soiled
  2. After you have contact with blood
  3. When norovirus is suspected in the resident
  4. When handwashing with soap and water is not required
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Correct answer: When handwashing with soap and water is not required

ABHR is the first choice for hand hygiene unless soap and water are needed, such as with soiled hands, blood, or norovirus.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.4: Precautions Used to Prevent the Spread of Infection

Practice infection control

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026