<prompt> Best method of preventing transmission of MRSA infection isHand washAntibioticsDisinfecting surfacesFumigation of the ward  <response>: Measures for the control of staphylococcal infections in hospitals:Isolation of patients with open staphylococcal lesionDetection of staphylococcal lesions among doctors and health care workersHand washing is the oldest, simplest and most effective method of preventing MRSA and other cross infections.Following strict aseptic precautions Ref: Ananthanarayan 9th edition, p204 