Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Health, Safety, and Nutrition Practice Exam

The mode of transmission for Hepatitis A is primarily through the fecal/oral route. This means that the virus can be spread when an uninfected person ingests food or water that has been contaminated with the feces of an infected person. This mode of transmission is particularly common in situations where there is poor sanitation or hygiene practices, leading to fecal contamination of food or water sources.

In environments where handwashing is inadequate, especially after using the restroom, the risk of spreading Hepatitis A increases significantly. This is why education about proper hygiene practices is crucial in preventing the spread of the virus.

The other modes of transmission mentioned, such as insect bites or airborne particles, do not apply to Hepatitis A, which is not transmitted in these ways. Additionally, while direct skin contact can lead to the transmission of certain infections, Hepatitis A is not spread through this method. This reinforces the significance of understanding the correct mode of transmission to effectively prevent the infection.