Which of the following measures that are regularly undertaken in a long-term care facility are likely to reduce the incidence of influenza in the facility's residents over the winter?
A) Pneumococcal vaccinations are given annually.
B) Vitamin D supplements are provided for all residents.
C) Surfaces in common areas are cleaned regularly and contact with sick residents is minimized.
D) Fluid intake is encouraged among all residents.
C
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Reducing contact between sick and healthy residents is likely to reduce the incidence of influenza. Vitamin D and increased fluids are unlikely to have an effect, while pneumococcal vaccine addresses pneumonia, not influenza.
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