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What is the definition of a nosocomial infection according to the WHO?
An infection that arose as a result of treatment in a hospital or in connection with a hospital stay secondary to the patient's pre-hospital condition.
How does the Act on preventing and combating infections and infectious diseases in humans define a nosocomial infection?
An infection that occurred in connection with the provision of health services if the disease did not remain at the time of providing health services during the incubation period.
What is the abbreviation used for healthcare associated infections?
HAI
When does a nosocomial infection occur according to the WHO definition?
As a result of treatment in a hospital or in connection with a hospital stay secondary to the patient's pre-hospital condition.
What is the primary focus of the Act of December 5, 2008, related to nosocomial infections?
Prevention and control of infections and infectious diseases in humans.
Test your knowledge of healthcare associated infections (HAI) epidemiology and prevention with this quiz. Explore the definitions, epidemiology, and prevention strategies for nosocomial infections, including surgical site infections. Get familiar with the ACT of December 5, 2008, on the prevention and control of infections and infectious diseases in humans.
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