Personal careQuestion 1210 of 1700
Why do you work from head to toe during a bath?
- To finish the bath faster and save the resident time
- To keep germs from the perineal area from reaching other parts
- To keep the water warm for a longer period of time
- To avoid the need for gloves during the bath
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Correct answer: To keep germs from the perineal area from reaching other parts
The perineal area is washed last so germs do not move to other body parts.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.6: Types of Baths and Techniques
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026