17. A community health nurse is leading a program to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in local clinics. What is a critical aspect of infection control in clinical settings?
A.
Sporadic handwashing
B.
Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning
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C.
Avoiding isolation of infected patients
D.
Reusing sterile equipment
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Sporadic handwashing
Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning