A changing table should be:

• A. Disinfected after each use.
• B. Used without cleaning between children.
• C. Cleaned only at the end of the day.
• D. Wiped with water only.

Answer: (A)

A changing table is a high-risk surface that can transfer germs between children, so it must be disinfected after each use. After each diaper change, clean any residues, then apply an appropriate disinfectant and allow it to stay wet for the required contact time before it dries. This routine minimizes the spread of bacteria and viruses.

Options that skip cleaning between children or delay cleaning until the end of the day create opportunities for cross-contamination. Wiping with water only doesn’t remove or kill pathogens, leaving surfaces unsafe for the next child.