Infection Control · single question
The single most important barrier to prevent transmission of infection from patients to the operator's hands is:
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Correct answer: A. Gloves
- A. Correct. Gloves (with hand hygiene) are the primary barrier protecting the operator's hands during patient contact—part of standard precautions.
- B. A uniform does not protect the hands from direct contamination.
- C. A patient pre-rinse reduces aerosol bacteria but is not the hand barrier.
- D. Air purification addresses aerosols, not direct hand contamination.
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