When learning to wash their hands, children should be shown how to:

When learning to wash their hands, children should be shown how to:

• A. Use cold water and bar soap to wash their hands.
• B. Use warm water and liquid soap to lather and rinse their hands and paper towels to dry them.
• C. Rinse with only water.
• D. Air dry hands without soap.

Answer: (B)

Proper handwashing involves a complete sequence that removes dirt and germs. Use warm running water with liquid soap to create a good lather, then rub all parts of the hands—between the fingers, under the nails, palms, and backs—for about 20 seconds. The lather helps lift oils and microbes so they rinse away when you wash. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to wash away the loosened dirt and soap. Dry hands with a clean paper towel to remove moisture and to turn off the faucet, which helps prevent recontamination. The other options miss one or more of these essential steps, making them less effective at cleaning hands.

Proper handwashing involves a complete sequence that removes dirt and germs. Use warm running water with liquid soap to create a good lather, then rub all parts of the hands—between the fingers, under the nails, palms, and backs—for about 20 seconds. The lather helps lift oils and microbes so they rinse away when you wash. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to wash away the loosened dirt and soap. Dry hands with a clean paper towel to remove moisture and to turn off the faucet, which helps prevent recontamination. The other options miss one or more of these essential steps, making them less effective at cleaning hands.