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What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of MRSA in a long-term care facility?
Hand hygiene is the single most important measure to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections like MRSA. Routine disinfection and isolation are al
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Question: What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of MRSA in a long-term care facility?
Answer options: ✅ Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols
- Routine environmental disinfection
- Isolation of all suspected cases
- Prophylactic antibiotic administration
Correct answer: Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols
Explanation: Hand hygiene is the single most important measure to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections like MRSA. Routine disinfection and isolation are also important but secondary.
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