Influenza is primarily transmitted from person to person through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The provided incorrect answers describe other transmission modes that are not commonly associated with the spread of influenza. Direct contact refers to the physical transfer of the virus from one person to another, which is less common for influenza compared to respiratory droplets. Waterborne and foodborne transmission modes are typically associated with other pathogens and not influenza.
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How do respiratory droplets spread influenza during coughs and sneezes?
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Why is direct contact less significant in the transmission of influenza compared to respiratory droplets?
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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) /
Environment and Toxicology Emergencies, and Communicable Diseases
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