Personal careQuestion 347 of 1700

How do you wash the scalp when you apply shampoo?

  1. Scrub the scalp firmly with a brush
  2. Rub the hair hard with a towel
  3. Lather and massage the scalp gently
  4. Pour the shampoo on a dry scalp and leave it
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Correct answer: Lather and massage the scalp gently

Gentle massage cleans the scalp without causing harm.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.13: Skills Checklist- Shampoo

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026