10 Questions
Which factor is NOT related to the development of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)?
Common cold
When is an infection frequently considered an HAI?
When it appears ≥48 hours after admission
Which of the following is considered a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection?
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)
What is the definition of a Healthcare-Associated Infection?
A localised or systemic infection that results from an adverse reaction to the presence of an infectious agent or its toxin, for which there is no evidence of infection on admission to a health care facility
Which type of infection is frequently considered an HAI?
Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)
What is the timeframe used to consider an infection as a Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
48 hours after admission
Which of the following is not a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI)
Which of the following is a host factor related to the development of HAIs?
Coma
Which infection is associated with the use of catheters?
Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)
What is considered a systemic infection resulting from an adverse reaction to the presence of an infectious agent or its toxin?
Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)
Test your knowledge of healthcare-associated infections with this quiz. Learn about the definition, characteristics, and timing of HAIs to better understand and prevent these infections in healthcare settings.
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