The single most effective and practical way to prevent the spread of infection among patients is

A. placing patients in negative pressure rooms.
B. attentiveness of health care providers and patients to hand washing.
C. isolating patients in private rooms.
D. wearing gloves, gowns, masks.


Answer: B

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