A nursing manager concerned about the infection rate on the unit wants to implement measures to reduce the transmission of infectious organisms. What action by the manager is best?

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In the chain of infection, one of the most important components is the mode of transmission. Stethoscopes can serve as a mode of indirect contact transmission unless they are disinfected between clients. Providing each client with an individual stethoscope will reduce this risk. Gloves are important, but they can become contaminated too and serve as a mode of transmission. Plants and fresh foods are an uncommon source of transmission unless the client is immunosuppressed. Screening visitors for contagious illness is an unrealistic long-term action plan.

A Nursing Manager Concerned About the Infection Rate on the Unit