Question

select the correct answer.
which practice is the single most important method to break the spread of infection?
a. covering your mouth when coughing
b. using sanitizing solution in place of soap and water
c. washing hands
d. wearing gloves

Explanation:

To determine the most important method to break infection spread, we analyze each option:

• Option A (covering mouth when coughing) helps but is not the most critical overall.
• Option B (sanitizer instead of soap/water) is incorrect, as soap and water are preferred for handwashing, and sanitizer is a secondary option.
• Option C (washing hands) is the single most effective practice, as hands transmit pathogens frequently; proper handwashing removes germs and stops their spread.
• Option D (wearing gloves) is useful but not the most important (gloves can still become contaminated, and handwashing is still needed).

Answer:

C. washing hands