Covered Areas on a Child
Question
When touching a child's body above the elbow, is it necessary to wash one's hands as when touching covered areas?
Answer
If the elbow is usually uncovered, it is not considered a covered area, but some are stringent nonetheless.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 4
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