Question

question 1 out of 14: which one of the following statements is true about handling linens soiled with body waste? (click for translation) soiled linens should be carried at arm’s length, not close to the body. caregivers do not need to wear gloves when handling soiled linens. soiled linens need to be soaked in bleach before washing.

Explanation:

• For the option "Caregivers do not need to wear gloves when handling soiled linens": This is false. Gloves are necessary to prevent contact with pathogens in body waste.
• For the option "Soiled linens need to be soaked in bleach before washing": This is not a standard practice; proper laundry procedures (like using appropriate detergents and washing cycles) are used, and bleach may be used selectively based on the situation.
• For the option "Soiled linens should be carried at arm’s length, not close to the body": This is true as it prevents contamination of the caregiver's clothing and body with the pathogens present in the soiled linens.

Answer:

A. Soiled linens should be carried at arm’s length, not close to the body.