A Healthcare-Associated Infection (Traditionally Known as a Nosocomial Infection)is

Question

A healthcare-associated infection (traditionally known as a nosocomial infection)is
A)always present,but is inapparent at the time of hospitalization.
B)acquired during the course of hospitalization.
C)always caused by medical personnel.
D)only a result of surgery.
E)always caused by pathogenic bacteria.

Accepted Answer

A healthcare-associated infection is acquired during the course of hospitalization or other medical facility visit. It may be caused by pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi, or other microorganisms present in the environment or on the surfaces of medical equipment. It is not always present, inapparent at the time of hospitalization, caused by medical personnel, or only a result of surgery.