In a surgical post-op ward, a pt. developed wound infection. Subsequently 3 other pts. developed smilar infections in the ward. What is the most effective way of preventing the spread of infection -

Ans. is 'b' ie. Proper hand washing of all ward personnels "Given the prominence of cross infection, hand washing is the single most impoant preventive measure in the hospital" - Harrison 15/e Harrison 17/e writes- "Given the prominence of cross-infection, hand hygiene is the single most impoant preventive measure in hospitals. Use of alcohol hand rubs between patient contacts is now recommended for all health care workers except when the hands are visibly soiled, in which case washing with soap and water is still required."