Which common mode of infectious disease should the nurse include in a teaching session with parents within the community?
1. Playing with the same toy
2. Coughing without covering the mouth
3. Sitting together eating meals
4. Playing board games
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Explanation:
1. Microorganisms might be left on toys that children share, but this is not the most common mode of transmission of infectious diseases.
2. The fecal–oral and respiratory routes are the most common sources of transmission in children.
3. Eating together will not transmit infectious disease.
4. Playing with board games will not transmit infectious disease.
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