The simplest yet most effective method of preventing the spread of an infectious disease is to:
A. undergo an annual physical examination.
B. ensure that your immunizations are up-to-date.
C. wash your hands in between patient contacts.
D. undergo human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing at least twice a year.
Answer: C. wash your hands in between patient contacts.
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