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What is the most likely mechanism of transmission of impetigo?

  1. Airborne
  2. Direct contact
  3. Droplets
  4. Insect bite
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Correct answer: B. Direct contact

Impetigo (commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus and/or group A Streptococcus) is a superficial skin infection that spreads primarily via direct skin-to-skin contact (or contact with contaminated objects), not through airborne or droplet respiratory spread.

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