What Is the Most Frequent Cause of the Spread of Infection

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the most frequent cause of the spread of infection among institutionalized patients?

• A) Airborne microbes from other patients
• B) Contact with contaminated equipment
• C) Hands of healthcare workers
• D) Exposure from family members

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