A patient has been diagnosed with epidemic keratoconjunctivitis. The MOST effective role Allied Ophthalmic Personnel (AOP) can take in preventing the spread of epidemic keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) is to
a) Administer antibiotics
b) Recommend over-the-counter eye drops
c) Educate the patient on proper hygiene and handwashing
d) Perform corneal scraping