What is the correct procedure for washing your hands?

Question: What is the correct procedure for washing your hands?

Answer options:

• Wet hands, apply soap, scrub for 20 seconds, rinse, and dry with a cloth towel. ✅ Wet hands with warm water, apply soap, scrub hands and arms for 20-30 seconds, rinse, and dry with a single-use paper towel.
• Use hand sanitizer, rub for 10 seconds, and let air dry.
• Rinse hands with hot water for 30 seconds.

Correct answer: Wet hands with warm water, apply soap, scrub hands and arms for 20-30 seconds, rinse, and dry with a single-use paper towel.

Explanation: The correct procedure includes using warm running water, soap, scrubbing for at least 20 seconds, rinsing thoroughly, and drying with a sanitary method like a paper towel to prevent recontamination.