Identify all answer choices that best complete the question. Which of the following statements are true regarding hand hygiene?

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Identify all answer choices that best complete the question.  Which of the following statements are true regarding hand hygiene?

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Hand hygiene should be performed for a sufficient period of time to effectively remove dirt and germs, not as quickly as possible (option A) and it should be performed with either warm or cold water, as the temperature of the water does not affect the effectiveness of hand hygiene (option B). Proper hand hygiene reduces the risk of healthcare-associated infections (option C) and is part of standard precautions (option D).

Identify All Answer Choices That Best Complete the Question