What supplies are essential for a basic hair care procedure?

• A. Mirror, Brush, Towel
• B. Hair dryer, scissors, comb
• C. Soap, towel, basin
• D. Gloves, gown, mask

Answer: (A)

Focusing on supplies for a basic hair care procedure, the essential items are those that help you safely detangle, manage moisture, and involve the resident in the process: a mirror to allow the resident to see the result and stay engaged, a brush to comb through hair and smooth tangles, and a towel to protect clothing and catch hair and moisture. These three cover visibility, control, and cleanliness in a routine task. Other options introduce items not needed for a basic routine: a hair dryer and scissors are for styling or cutting and add risk in a CNA task; a comb is an extra tool but not required in addition to a brush for standard care; soap and basin would be used if washing hair, which is a separate step and not always part of basic hair care; gloves, gown, and mask are PPE for infection control rather than specific to performing hair care.