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Soiled linens should be handled by:
- A.Shaking them out in the room
- B.Holding them against the uniform
- C.Placing them on the floor briefly
- D.Rolling them away from the body and placing them in the proper hamper
Correct answer
D. Rolling them away from the body and placing them in the proper hamper
Why
Rolling soiled linen inward and carrying it away from the uniform, then placing it directly in the soiled linen hamper, limits spread of germs. Shaking linen spreads microorganisms into the air.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Bedmaking: Infection Control · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-164).