Hand Hygiene Day 2026

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Across
  1. 3. Does not replace HH
  2. 6. HH method preferred when hands are visibly soiled (two words)
  3. 8. HH step that ensures alcohol reaches microorganisms
  4. 10. Preferred HH method when hands are not soiled (four words)
  5. 11. Moment _____: before an aseptic procedure
  6. 12. Area of hands most frequently missed (plural)
  7. 13. Soap and water method is required after caring for a patient with this microorganism
Down
  1. 1. HH breaks the chain of ______
  2. 2. Moment____: after contact with patient/surroundings
  3. 4. "Father of Hand Hygiene", linked HH to reduced puerperal fever
  4. 5. Minimum time required for HH with ABHR for it to be effective (seconds)
  5. 7. Number of HH moments
  6. 9. HH can cause dryness; regular use of this helps protect skin integrity