Question

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

Explanation:

• Using tissues for sneezes and coughs: This prevents the spread of pathogens from respiratory secretions, promoting asepsis.
• Avoid touching your face and mouth: Reduces the transfer of germs from hands (which may be contaminated) to mucous membranes, aiding in asepsis.
• Staying home for a routine cold: Limits the exposure of others to infectious agents, helping maintain a sterile - like environment (asepsis in a broader sense of preventing infection spread).
• Avoid leaning against sinks and supplies: Sinks and supplies may be contaminated; avoiding contact reduces the risk of picking up or spreading germs, promoting asepsis.

Answer:

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