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Which type of microorganisms are classified as endogenous?
What is NOT considered a source of exogenous microorganisms in HCAIs?
Which of the following statements is true regarding HCAI burden and threats?
Which statement most accurately describes infection prevention and control (IPC)?
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What is a primary factor that influences the burden of HCAIs on a healthcare system?
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What type of infection is defined as developing during a hospital stay?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism classified as an infectious agent?
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Infection can be classified based on the site of infection. What is NOT a category based on the site?
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What is a characteristic of chronic infections as compared to acute infections?
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Which statement is accurate regarding the classification of infections?
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Study Notes
Health Care Associated Infection (HCAI)
- HCAI are infections associated with the delivery of health care services.
- They can be acquired during a hospital stay.
- They can be acquired by healthcare personnel.
Types of HCAI
- Endogenous: Infections originating from the patient's own microbes.
- Exogenous: Infections originating from outside the patient, from healthcare personnel, or from the environment.
Burden and Threats of HCAI
- Cost: Financial implications of HCAI.
- Economy: Negative impact of HCAI on the economy.
- Family: Impact of HCAI on families of patients.
- Person: Impacts on the individual experiencing HCAI.
Infection Control (IPC)
- IPC is a practical, evidence-based approach to preventing infections and harming both patients and healthcare workers.
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Test your knowledge on Health Care Associated Infections (HCAI), including their types, burdens, and the importance of infection control practices. Understand how these infections impact patients, families, and the healthcare system. Prepare to identify exogenous and endogenous infections and their implications.