Question

select all that apply which of the following promote asepsis? avoid touching your face and mouth staying home for a routine cold using tissues for sneezes and coughs avoid leaning against sinks and supplies

Explanation:

• Avoiding touching face/mouth reduces pathogen transfer to mucous membranes.
• Staying home with a cold prevents spreading germs to others.
• Using tissues for sneezes/coughs contains pathogens, reducing spread.
• Avoiding leaning on sinks/supplies (often contaminated) maintains asepsis.

Answer:

A. Avoid touching your face and mouth
B. Staying home for a routine cold
C. Using tissues for sneezes and coughs
D. Avoid leaning against sinks and supplies