Infection controlQuestion 252 of 1700
What should you do about the sink while you wash your hands?
- Rest your hip against the edge of the sink
- Wipe the inside of the sink with your hands
- Touch the drain to check that it is open
- Do not lean on it or touch the inside of it
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Correct answer: Do not lean on it or touch the inside of it
Touching the sink could dirty your clean hands again.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.8: Skills Checklist- Hand Hygiene With Soap and Water
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026