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Which factor is NOT related to the development of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)?
Which factor is NOT related to the development of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)?
- HIV infection
- Circulatory impairment
- Diabetes mellitus
- Common cold (correct)
When is an infection frequently considered an HAI?
When is an infection frequently considered an HAI?
- When it appears on the day of admission
- When it appears ≤48 hours after admission
- When it appears ≥48 hours after admission (correct)
- When it appears after discharge
Which of the following is considered a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection?
Which of the following is considered a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection?
- Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) (correct)
- Common cold
- Seasonal flu
- Food poisoning
What is the definition of a Healthcare-Associated Infection?
What is the definition of a Healthcare-Associated Infection?
Which type of infection is frequently considered an HAI?
Which type of infection is frequently considered an HAI?
What is the timeframe used to consider an infection as a Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
What is the timeframe used to consider an infection as a Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
Which of the following is not a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
Which of the following is not a major type of Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)?
Which of the following is a host factor related to the development of HAIs?
Which of the following is a host factor related to the development of HAIs?
Which infection is associated with the use of catheters?
Which infection is associated with the use of catheters?
What is considered a systemic infection resulting from an adverse reaction to the presence of an infectious agent or its toxin?
What is considered a systemic infection resulting from an adverse reaction to the presence of an infectious agent or its toxin?
