What are the benefits of proper nail care? Check all that apply.prevents infectionprevents skin liceprevents skin breaksprevents skin tears prevents alopecia

Proper nail care keeps nails clean and trimmed, which helps reduce germs that could cause infection. Smooth, appropriately trimmed nails are also less likely to scratch or puncture the skin, helping prevent skin breaks and tears. Nail care does not prevent skin lice or alopecia, which is hair loss.

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