Which of the following is the BEST practice for a manicurist between two clients?
a.Mist the client's hands with hand sanitizer to compensate for unclean tools
b.Change towels but reuse the file from the last client because it 'looked clean'
c.Spray the desk with rubbing alcohol only
d.Wash hands, sanitize the workstation, disinfect tools, replace single-use items, set a fresh towel
Explanation
Between every client a manicurist must wash hands, sanitize the workstation surface, disinfect any multi-use tools used, discard and replace single-use items, and set a clean towel. There are no shortcuts.
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