Chapter- 3        Hand Care


What is the topic of the poster?

Answer: The topic of the poster is Hand Care.


What is the best way to control infection?

Answer: Hand washing is the best way to control infection.


Why is hand washing important?

Answer: Hand washing helps prevent the spread of germs and infections.


What did the hand cleansing study show?

Answer: The study showed that hand washing technique was often inadequate.


Which parts of the hand are most frequently missed?

Answer: The back of hands, thumbs, and wrists are most frequently missed.


Which parts are less frequently missed?

Answer: The front of the hands is less frequently missed.


Which part of the hand is usually not missed?

Answer: The palms are usually not missed.


What is the first step of hand washing?

Answer: Wet hands thoroughly with water.


What should be taken after wetting hands?

Answer: One measure of cleanser should be taken.


What is done after applying cleanser?

Answer: Rub hands palm to palm.


How should the back of hands be cleaned?

Answer: Rub the right hand over the back of the left hand and repeat.


Why should hands be changed while washing?

Answer: To clean both hands properly.


What does “fingers linked in palms” mean?

Answer: Fingers should be interlocked and rubbed together.


How should thumbs be cleaned?

Answer: Rotate the right hand around the left thumb and repeat.


Why are thumbs important to clean?

Answer: Thumbs are often missed during hand washing.


How should wrists be cleaned?

Answer: Rotate the right hand around the left wrist and repeat.


Why should wrists be washed?

Answer: Germs can remain on wrists if not cleaned.


What is meant by hand washing technique?

Answer: It is the correct method of washing hands step by step.


What happens if hand washing is inadequate?

Answer: Germs can remain and cause infection.


What does the word “infection” mean?

Answer: Infection means illness caused by germs.


What does “control infection” mean?

Answer: It means preventing the spread of diseases.


What is a cleanser?

Answer: A cleanser is soap or liquid used to clean hands.


Why should hands be washed thoroughly?

Answer: To remove all germs completely.


Where can this hand wash technique be used?

Answer: At home, school, hospital, and public places.


Who should follow proper hand washing technique?

Answer: Everyone should follow it.


What type of text is this?

Answer: It is a poster.


What is the purpose of this poster?

Answer: To create awareness about proper hand washing.


Is hand washing a simple habit?

Answer: Yes, it is a simple but important habit.


How does hand washing protect others?

Answer: It stops germs from spreading to others.


What lesson do we learn from this poster?

Answer: Proper hand washing keeps us healthy and safe.

Answer by Dimpee Bora