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Which of the following actions would help to reduce the risk of infection transmission when transferring patients between hospitals? (Select 4, correct responses): a. Remove and dispose of contaminated PPE before entering the new hospital

b. Ensure all frequently touched surfaces are cleaned before and after the transport c. Do not allow the patient to use the toilet during transport
d. Cover any symptomatic rashes or skin breaches,
e. Change any dressings of skin breaches on the patient before entering * the new hospital
f. Perform hand hygiene before and after the patient is moved​

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The correct responses are: a. Remove and dispose of contaminated PPE before entering the new hospital, b. Ensure all frequently touched surfaces are cleaned before and after the transport, d. Cover any symptomatic rashes or skin breaches, and f. Perform hand hygiene before and after the patient is moved.
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