From What Direction Should One Scrub the Hands and Arms

question 16

Multiple Choice

From what direction should one scrub the hands and arms?

• A)From elbow to hand
• B)From fingernail to elbow
• C)Begin with wrist and end at elbow
• D)It does not matter where one begins as long as all areas are scrubbed

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Definitions:

Electrical Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, which can cause damage to tissues and possibly result in cardiac arrest or other serious health issues.

CPR

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and artificial ventilation to maintain circulatory flow and oxygenation during cardiac arrest.

Pulse

The rhythmic expansion and contraction of an artery produced by heartbeats, palpable at various body points and indicative of heart rate and circulation health.

Aspirating

The process of withdrawing fluid from a body cavity, cyst, or joint using suction, often performed using a syringe.